Jan 11, 2015
Subclass: Hypotrichia
...is a group of ciliate protists related to the spirotrichs. Hypotrichs are typically oval in shape and posses a rigid pellicle with cirri, Hypotrichs are fairly well represented, occurring in both freshwater an saltwater. They are fairly active feeders as well, with individuals hanging on to objects and using their cilia to obtain nutrients.
Classification
Chromalveolata-Alveolata-Ciliophora-Spirotrichea-Hypotrichia
Image(s): DHZanette