Ward’s® Live Black Planaria (Phagocata gracilis)
About this item
Black Planaria are a flatworm commonly used in science fair projects. They do not bite and move very slowly, making them easy for young students to observe.
- Study structure, feeding habits, responses to environmental stimuli and regeneration
- Compare to Brown and White Planaria (also available)
This species is similar to Brown Planaria but can grow slightly larger and has a ruffled plicate pharynx.
Black planaria are up to 1/2" in size.
Ordering information: These products contain living or perishable materials.
Delivery information: Specimens will ship via overnight or 2nd day delivery. Please specify a delivery date during checkout.
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- Item requires temperature control for storage and delivery with additional fees. It's not eligible for return due to safety and quality concerns. Consider requirements before purchasing.
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Product Details & Documents
Black Planaria are a flatworm commonly used in science fair projects. They do not bite and move very slowly, making them easy for young students to observe.
- Study structure, feeding habits, responses to environmental stimuli and regeneration
- Compare to Brown and White Planaria (also available)
This species is similar to Brown Planaria but can grow slightly larger and has a ruffled plicate pharynx.
Black planaria are up to 1/2" in size.
Ordering information: These products contain living or perishable materials.
Delivery information: Specimens will ship via overnight or 2nd day delivery. Please specify a delivery date during checkout.
Documents
Planaria Working_with_Planaria
Product Literature
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Product Information
- MediaNo. of studentsStorage conditionsAvailabilityPrice
- 470176-452Black Planaria Culture (Small)Black Planaria Culture (Small)Dechlorinated water30Refrigerator, loose capLog in for availabilityEach$28.35Item requires temperature control for storage and delivery with additional fees. It's not eligible for return due to safety and quality concerns. Consider requirements before purchasing.
- 470176-454Black Planaria Culture (Large)Black Planaria Culture (Large)Dechlorinated water100Refrigerator, loose capLog in for availabilityEach$97.90Item requires temperature control for storage and delivery with additional fees. It's not eligible for return due to safety and quality concerns. Consider requirements before purchasing.
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- Planaria (wm)




