Kellicottia longispina, a Rotifer

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Kellicottia longispina, a Rotifer

Post by ralfwagner »

Hello,

this one is living in the plankton and comes with very long spines.

- Overall view

Image

- Closeup with eyespot

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Beautiful images
Curious rotifer
Francisco

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Can Kellicottia bostononiensis located outside North America?
Francisco

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Post by ralfwagner »

fpelectronica wrote:Can Kellicottia bostononiensis located outside North America?
Francisco
Yes, it is reported to spread itself in Germany via the river Elbe, starting from Hamburg. It is also located in Sweden.

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Post by fpelectronica »

Thanks for your information Ralf
Expected Kellicottia bostoniensis shortly to Spain. We have good sun, good food and great beaches :lol:
Francisco

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