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Stentor
Let’s take a look at a unicellular microorganism, Stentor, a shapeshifting herald blowing its own trumpet!
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UNDERWATER CREATURES
Spirostomum sp.
Spirostomum are true giants of the world of unicellular organisms. They are often mistaken for worms, which they are not.
Paramecium caudatum
Paramecium caudatum is one of the best known and studied unicellular microorganisms, it inhabits practically all freshwater bodies of our planet.
Dileptus sp.
Dileptus is a large predator of the micro-world in aquariums that deserves special attention, because it is a fascinating creature!
Vorticella campanula
Vorticella campanula is a microscopic single-celled organism that is widely distributed in freshwater reservoirs.
Philodina roseola
In this article we will be looking at what Philodina roseola is, what it function is in your aquarium and if it is dangerous to your fish.
Plumatella repens
Plumatella repens are colony forming animals that can settle on any surface in the aquarium, like wood, rock, plastic, and on the leaves of plants.
Carchesium sp.
Let’s talk about Carchesium, creatures that look like flowers. These beautiful protozoa can be found in your aquarium.
Actinosphaerium eichhorni
Read all about Actinosphaerium eichhorni, a member of a group of unicellular microorganisms that build trapping nets to catch their victims!
Aeolosoma hemprichi
Aeolosoma hemprichi is a colorful and hardworking microscopic ringworm that can be found in aquariums and contributes to a clean environment.
