What is the function of the earthworm's clitellum?

1 Answer
Apr 6, 2018

The main function of the clitellum is to store the eggs of the worm.

Explanation:

The clitellum is a thickened glandular and non segmented section of the body wall near the head of the earthworm that secretes a viscid sac in which the eggs are deposited.

The clitellum is part of the reproductive system of earthworm. It also secretes a viscous fluid to form a cocoon for it's eggs. In earthworms the clitellum can only be seen when the worm is sexually mature.