Algal lice
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The algae lice ( Cocconeis ) are a genus of the diatoms (Bacillariophyta). A striking feature is the shell, which is often curved like a turtle shell, with an elliptical shape. Most species of this genus live epiphytically on other algae and aquatic plants . Well-known species are the arched algae louse ( Cocconeis pediculus ) and the flat algae louse ( Cocconeis placentula ). Both occur in lakes and ponds.
literature
- Heinz Streble , Dieter Krauter : Life in a drop of water. Microflora and microfauna of freshwater. An identification book. 9th, revised and expanded edition. Kosmos, Stuttgart 2002, ISBN 3-440-08431-0 .
Web links
Commons : Algal Lice ( Cocconeis ) - Collection of images, videos and audio files
- Cocconeis CG Ehrenberg 1837: 173 in Guiry, MD & Guiry, GM (2007): AlgaeBase version 4.2. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway.