New Guinea Flatworm (Platydemus manokwari)

New Guinea Flatworm (Platydemus manokwari)

Series of top view illustrations of the New Guinea Flatworm
Description
Description

The New Guinea Flatworm (Platydemus manokwari) is a predatory land flatworm species. They are native to New Guinea in the Pacific Ocean. While the original habitat was within tropical areas, they have been found in almost all temperate regions of the world. They eat a variety of invertebrates including land snails and land mollusks, and this has had a significant negative impact on the rare endemic land snail of some Pacific Islands. As a result they have been categorized as one of the 100 worst invasive species. Physically they are flat with both ends being pointed; they have a dark brown upper surface with a lighter central line and a pale gray underside.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The New Guinea Flatworm has an overall length between 1.57”-2.75” (4-7 cm), diameter of .08”-.2” (2-5 mm), and weight of .001-.002 lb (.5-1 g).

3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
Width:
.08”-.2” | 2-5 mm (Diameter)
Depth:
Length:
1.57”-2.75” | 4-7 cm
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Weight:
.001-.002 lb | .5-1 g
Area:
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Scientific Name:
Platydemus manokwari
Lifespan:

Drawings include:

New Guinea Flatworm top view (assorted)

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