Caenorhabditis briggsae

Caenorhabditis briggsae is a species of tiny, transparent nematode worms often used in scientific research. Similar to its well-known relative, C. elegans, it serves as a model organism for studying genetics, development, and evolution. These worms are about 1 millimeter long, live in soil, and feed on microorganisms. Researchers value C. briggsae because it helps scientists understand how genes influence biology and how species evolve over time. Its simplicity, genetic similarity to other organisms, and ease of cultivation make it a powerful tool in biological studies.