Herdmania (a tunicate) is the most appropriate one of the best examples of retrogressive metamorphosis in which the highly developed tadpole larva undergoes retrogressive changes to become the most degenerated and sedentary adult. ...
What is present in Urochordates?
It has a notochord, a dorsal nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and a post-anal tail.
What are the characteristics of Urochordata?
Characteristics of Urochordata:
- Possesses a Notochord, a hollow nerve cord and a post anal tail.
- Body has more than two cell layers and includes tissues and organs.
- Has a U shaped gut.
- Body has no coelomic body cavity.
- Body wholly enclosed in a 'tunic' of secreted protein and cellulose-like material.
