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Phacus hamelii

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Phacus hamelii is a unicellular, photosynthetic euglenoid alga with a flattened, asymmetric cell body containing chloroplasts and a distinctive posterior tail-like extension. It inhabits freshwater environments including ponds, ditches, and slow-moving water bodies rich in organic matter. Like other Phacus species, it uses a flagellum for locomotion and can perform both photosynthesis and heterotrophic feeding.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Brazil, Denmark, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇧🇷 Brazil

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أوالي
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حنادر
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طحالب حنديرية
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Euglenida
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Phacidae
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Phacus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Phacus hamelii. It belongs to the genus Phacus.
Where does live?
is found in Distributed across Brazil, Denmark, and Taiwan.. Countries include Brazil, Denmark, Taiwan.
What family does belong to?
(Phacus hamelii) belongs to the genus Phacus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phacidae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Phacus hamelii) belongs to the kingdom Protozoa (أوالي).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Phacus include , , , , .

Native Range — 3 Countries

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Genus Phacus — 18 Species

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Phacus hamelii
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Phacus glaber
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Phacus suecicus
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Phacus pusillus
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Phacus polytrophos
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Phacus skujae
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Phacus helikoides
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Phacus tortus
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Phacus curvicauda
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Phacus monilatus
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Phacus alatus
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Phacus brevicaudata
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Phacus circulatus
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Phacus pleuronectes
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Phacus longicauda
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Phacus caudatus
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Phacus acuminatus
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Phacus orbicularis
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