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Scientific Name: Euglena texta (Dujardin) Hübner, 1886
Synonym: Lepocinclis texta (Dujardin) Lemmermann, 1901 (Currently unaccepted)
Photo: Karolina Fucikova (iNaturalist)
Classification:
Kingdom: Protozoa
Phylum: Euglenozoa
Class: Euglenoidea
Order: Euglenida
Family: Phacaceae
Description:
The cells exhibit an elliptic to ovoid shape, measuring 51 µm in length and 38-46 µm in width. The posterior end is broadly rounded, while the anterior end features a central groove. Their periplast displays striations, and the chloroplasts are discoid, round, or angled. Additionally, they contain numerous paramylon granules, which vary in shape from round to elliptical or ovoid.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
They inhabit freshwater environments.
Environment:
Freshwater
Main References:
Rahman AKA, Kabir SMH, Ahmad M, Ahmed ATA, Ahmed ZU, Begum ZNT, Hassan MA, Khondoker M (2009) Encyclopedia of flora and fauna of Bangladesh, Vol. 24. Marine Fishes. Asiatic Society of Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 485 p.
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