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Taenia saginata
Taenia saginata, more commonly known as the “beef tapeworm,” tends to send a repulsive shiver down one’s spine. But, wait! Look a little deeper at this organism and one will realize how interesting it can be. Taenia saginata is a parasitic flat worm that has evolved quite efficiently over time to adapt exceptional ways of taking in nutrients and accomplishing its complex life cycle. Even though this organism have a very negative reputation, after exploring this website, you may learn to see its inner beauty. (Because it tends to only see your inner beauty as well, literally!)