Question

Give reason-Endoparasites have a cuticle​

Answer 1

Body of endoparasites such as flatworms is covered with thick cuticle ( which also contain mucus and other substances of anti pathogenic properties )to provide them protection from host digestive enzymes. .. .. .. ...

Answer 2

Endoparasites have a cuticle​ for the following reasons:-

• They are the organisms that live inside the body of the host and exhibit a parasitic mode of nutrition.
• Their body is covered with a layer of cuticle to protect themselves from the digestive enzymes of the host.
• Thus, it is an adaptation for the parasitic mode of living.
• Examples of endoparasites are nematodes, tapeworms, etc