What is the function of the Cuvierian tubules?
The peculiar Cuvierian tubules of sea cucumbers function as a defense mechanism. They thwart attacks by creating a sticky network composed of elongated tubules within which the potential predator is entangled in a matter of seconds and thus immobilized. How do the Cuvierian tubules protect sea cucumber? The tubules can be discharged through the anus…
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