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Calothrix parasitica

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About

Calothrix parasitica is a heterocystous cyanobacterium in the family Rivulariaceae, characterized by tapering filaments with a basal heterocyst for nitrogen fixation. It grows epiphytically on other algae, macrophytes, or in biofilms on rocky substrates in freshwater and marine environments. The genus Calothrix is widespread in aquatic and terrestrial habitats where it plays a role in nitrogen input to ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Sweden.

🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Bacteria (Bacteria)
Phylum
Cyanobacteria (Cyanobakterien)
Class
Cyanobacteriia
Order
Cyanobacteriales
Family
Nostocaceae
Genus
Calothrix
Species
Calothrix parasitica ()

Similar Species in Calothrix

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Calothrix braunii
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Calothrix brevissima
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Calothrix contareni
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Calothrix fasciculata
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Calothrix parietina
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Calothrix pulvinata
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Calothrix crustacea
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Calothrix aeruginea
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Calothrix parasitica. It belongs to the genus Calothrix.
Where does live?
is found in Found in Sweden.. Countries include Sweden.
What family does belong to?
(Calothrix parasitica) belongs to the genus Calothrix, which is part of the taxonomic family Nostocaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Calothrix parasitica) belongs to the kingdom Bacteria (Bacteria).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Calothrix include , , , , .

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Calothrix — 19 Species

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Calothrix aeruginea
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Calothrix braunii
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Calothrix brevissima
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Calothrix contareni
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Calothrix fasciculata
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Calothrix parietina
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Calothrix pulvinata
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Calothrix crustacea
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Calothrix cylindrica
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Calothrix vivipara
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Calothrix weberi
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Calothrix gypsophila
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Calothrix ramenskii
NE
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Calothrix parasitica
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Calothrix fusca
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Calothrix scopulorum
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Calothrix confervicola
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Calothrix epiphytica
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Calothrix aeruginosa
NE
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