Hydra and Their Tentacles (IMAGE)

University of California - Santa Barbara

Hydra and Their Tentacles

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Hydra, left, have the same visual pathway as humans. Their tentacles, right, contain stinging cells (shown here in red) that aid in movement, defense, and predation.

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David Plachetzki

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