Double-eyed algae
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The double-eye alga ( Cosmarium bioculatum ) is a freshwater alga from the group of ornamental algae (Desmidiales).
features
These unicellular algae are tiny, measuring only 15 to 21 micrometers. The single cell is deeply cut, the two resulting half-cells are elliptical in shape. The cell wall is colorless and delicate. The chloroplasts each contain a pyrenoid .
Occurrence
Cosmarium bioculatum occurs worldwide in the plankton of inland waters, but also in moss lawns.
supporting documents
- Heinz Streble , Dieter Krauter : Life in a drop of water. Microflora and microfauna of freshwater. An identification book. Franckh-Kosmos Verlag, Stuttgart 2008, ISBN 978-3-440-11966-2