Question

Bipalium kewense is a species of flatworm that can reproduce sexually; however, instead it usually breaks into two pieces, each of which becomes a fully functioning adult. What is the main method of reproduction for these flatworms? binary fission fragmentation sporulation fertilization

Answer 1

The answer is fragmentation.

E In temperate regions which is less than optimal conditions, the main method of reproduction for Bipalium kewense is asexual fragmentation. Their ability to regenerate if divided by cuts across their bodies is shown when they clone themselves by growing a new head on those fragments.

Answer 2

The answer is fragmentation. In temperate regions which is less than optimal conditions, the main method of reproduction for Bipalium kewense is asexual fragmentation. Their ability to regenerate if divided by cuts across their bodies is shown when they clone themselves by growing a new head on those fragments.