Diatom

Stephanopyxis spp.

(Ehrenberg) Ehrenberg 1845

Description

Capsule shaped cells. United in chains by numerous long spines. Spines are thick and distinct. A line midway between cells is visable. Chloroplasts present.


CPR:190ITIS:2371 WORMS:149630

Distribution and Abundance

Distribution 1958-1999







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