Sessile vs. Motile: What’s the Difference?

Most organisms are motile, but some important ones, like corals and sponges, are sessile. Sessile organisms use passive feeding methods and have developed ways to protect themselves from predators. Sessile marine organisms have been common since the dawn of multicellular life. Sessile organisms stay in one place, while motile organisms are mobile. Most organisms are […]

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