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| Distinguishing Characteristics |
- Anteromedian
spines have broad base, posterior spines are often present.
- Lorica
is smooth and transparent; appears as one piece.
- Body
length is 180 - 570 µm, body width is 124 - 300 µm, posterolateral spines 0-115 µm, anterolateral
dorsal spines 15-95µm, anteromedian dorsal spines 25-200µm.
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| Ecology |
- Chlorella pyrenoidosa and bacteria are important food items.
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| Additional Notes |
- One of the most frequently encountered species in Brachionus.
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