224 Pages
241 Color & 431 B/W Illustrations
by
CRC Press
224 Pages
by
CRC Press
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Protozoa may be found in almost every aquatic habitat, each containing dozens of species. The diversity can provide invaluable insights into the nature of the habitat. Protozoa can thus be used to illustrate biological principles. This colour guide makes the identification of individual protozoa easily accessible to students and professionals and provides information on protozoan communities... Read more
Collection, examination and recording of protozoa: * definition and distinctions * microscopy and interpretation of results Classification of protozoa: * ciliates * flagellates * amoebae * non-protozoan taxa Identification key: * detailed, step-by-step drawings, supporting text, references Protozoan communities: * Planktonic * attached * benthos * organically rich benthos * anoxin benthos * sewage treatment plan (each illustrated by drawings) Glossary of terms Extensive bibliography and references Index
Biography
David J. Patterson, Professor of Zoology, University of Sydney, Australia.
The quality of the photographs is remarkable and they have been printed with care...a delight to read.
—Environmental News
An excellent book that fulfills a real need. Every amateur microscopist, biology teacher, and freshwater biologist should own a copy.
—The Quarterly Review of Biology
