Digital Image Collection of Desmids
Desmids are microscopic single-celled green algae with a typical symmetrical appearance. The cells are divided in two halves ('semicells') that are mirror images of each other and they show a remarkable variation in shape and ornamentation. Because desmids thrive in clear and nutrient poor freshwater, they gain increasing attention from ecologists for assessing and monitoring wetland areas.
Staurodesmus extensus
Staurodesmus extensus (Borge) Teiling
Reference: Coesel & Meesters 2007
Remarks: This species has several varieties, but they are not specified below.
Reference: Coesel & Meesters 2007
Remarks: This species has several varieties, but they are not specified below.
 
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| 2009-037-006 Front view Netherlands |
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| 2011-019-009 Front view Netherlands |
2011-019-009 Side view Netherlands |
2011-019-009 Side view Netherlands |
2011-019-009 Apical view Netherlands |
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| 2011-003-009 Front view Netherlands |
2011-051-005 Front view Netherlands |
2005-006-012 Front view Netherlands |
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| 2006-010-016 Zygospore(s) Netherlands |
2006-010-016 Zygospore(s) Netherlands |
