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Tapeworms are parasitic; they don't have need a digestive system because they absorb the nutrients they need from their host(s).

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Why is a digestive system not needed in a tapeworm?

Tapeworms feed on already digested food as they live in the gut (stomach). Therefore a digestive system isn't necessary.


Do tapeworms have digestive system?

No.


Are tapeworms gutless?

Yes, Tapeworms are gutless due to the fact that tapeworms don't require a digestive system as they reside within the digestive system of humans or animals.


Why do intestinal parasites such as tapeworms have poorly developed digestive systems?

The tapeworm is an intestinal parasite that does not contain a digestive system since its body is designed to absorb digested food from its host.


What special adaptation do tapeworms have for their parasitic nature?

They don't have their own digestive systems, they're totally reliant on getting digested nutrients.


Does tapeworms infest the home?

No, just your digestive system.


Do tapeworms Feed on bears?

I do not think so


Why tapeworms do not have digestive system?

It is a parasite that absorbs predigested food. Why need a digestive system when someone else does it for you?


Why do tapeworms need a digestive system?

Tapeworms do not have a digestive system because they absorb nutrients directly through their skin from the host's intestines. They rely on their host's digestive system to break down food, which the tapeworm then absorbs.


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Cats are "obligate carnivores". That is, their digestive systems digest meat. They do not digest any form of plant matter well. Do not feed your cat herbs- feed them meat.


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What major body system are tapeworms missing?

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