Sea Squirts
Sea Squirts, also known as Tunicates, are marine filter feeders that are closely related to vertebrates such as humans. They have a unique anatomy that includes both a primitive notochord and a 'water vascular system', making them an important link between the invertebrate and vertebrate branches of the animal kingdom. They have a variety of uses, such as playing a major role in the global cycle of nutrients, helping to create a healthy marine ecosystem. They are also used as a natural food source by many fish, and are becoming increasingly popular in aquaculture as a viable alternative to traditional fish farming. Finally, they are being studied as an effective source of bioactive compounds that could be used to develop novel drugs and therapies.
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