Bdelloura

/bɛˈdɛlurə/ noun

A genus of small, predatory flatworms that hunt bacteria and other microorganisms in aquatic environments.

From Greek 'bdella' (leech) + 'oura' (tail), reflecting the worm's leech-like appearance and posterior suction disc used for attachment and movement.

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