Asked by Samantha Cullen on Apr 27, 2024
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Which fishes feed on soft-bodied invertebrates and dead or dying fish and when threatened, secrete slimy mucus?
A) lamprey
B) hagfish
C) skates
D) rays
E) ray-finned fishes
Soft-Bodied Invertebrates
Invertebrate animals that lack a rigid skeletal structure, including organisms such as slugs, worms, and jellyfish.
Slimy Mucus
A thick, slippery secretion produced by mucus membranes to protect and lubricate surfaces.
Hagfish
Jawless marine fish known for their ability to produce a large amount of slime or mucus when disturbed.
- Distinguish between various vertebrate groups based on their defining characteristics.
- Describe the physiological adaptations that support different vertebrate lifestyles.
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Hadia KhalilApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Hagfish feed on soft-bodied invertebrates and dead or dying fish and when threatened, they release a slimy mucus as a defense mechanism.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between various vertebrate groups based on their defining characteristics.
- Describe the physiological adaptations that support different vertebrate lifestyles.