Female Rotifer (Brachionus) (IMAGE)

Marine Biological Laboratory

Female Rotifer (Brachionus)

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A female Brachionus manjavacas rotifer, carrying four large eggs. The hair-like cilia at the top are used for swimming and filter feeding, while the tail-like 'foot,' ending in two small toes, is used for defense and attachment.

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Michael Shribak and Kristin Gribble

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