‘Deutero’ in Greek translates to second, thereby, deuterostome translating to ‘second mouth’. When the first opening of an animal’s embryo develops into the anus, the animal is classified as a deuterostome. The examples include humans and starfish.
‘Deutero’ in Greek translates to second, thereby, deuterostome translating to ‘second mouth’. When the first opening of an animal’s embryo develops into the anus, the animal is classified as a deuterostome. The examples include humans and starfish.
Protostome vs. Deuterostome: Let’s discover their differences, similarities, examples, and answer some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Protostome and Deuterostome