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Yes, planarian worms exhibit sleep-like behavior. Research has shown that they experience states of reduced activity and responsiveness, similar to sleep in more complex animals. During these periods, their metabolic rates decrease, and they exhibit changes in their neural activity, suggesting a form of restorative rest. This challenges the traditional notion that only more complex organisms exhibit sleep.

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