how does the tapeworm hold on to the wall of thintstine

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they hold onto the wall of the intestine with hooks and suckers on their head. Pretty gross if you ask me!

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The tapeworm does hold on to the wall of the intestine by means of their anterior scolex, which may have hooks in addition to four suckers.

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