Yet another case of *remarkable* convergence at the evolutionary level. At what point is there enough evidence to overturn the notion that evolution follows random trajectories.
"Our analyses indicate a convergent evolution of the very similar and highly reduced slug-shaped stages found during metamorphosis of both the Rhizocephala and the Facetotecta. This provides a remarkable case of convergent evolution and implies that the advanced endoparasitic mode of life known from the Rhizocephala and strongly indicated for the Facetotecta had no common origin."
