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Entomoneis alata

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Entomoneis alata is a distinctive marine and brackish diatom with a twisted, wing-like valve surface giving cells an elegant, sinuous appearance. It inhabits benthic sediment surfaces in coastal marine and estuarine environments worldwide. This photosynthetic diatom contributes to benthic biofilm communities in soft sediment habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil and Denmark.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Chromista (Chromista)
Phylum
Ochrophyta (Ochrophyta)
Class
Bacillariophyceae (Bacillariophyceae)
Order
Surirellales (Surirellales)
Family
Entomoneidaceae
Genus
Entomoneis
Species
Entomoneis alata ()

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Entomoneis paludosa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Entomoneis alata. It belongs to the genus Entomoneis.
Where does live?
is found in Distributed across Brazil and Denmark.. Countries include Brazil, Denmark.
What family does belong to?
(Entomoneis alata) belongs to the genus Entomoneis, which is part of the taxonomic family Entomoneidaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Entomoneis alata) belongs to the kingdom Chromista (Chromista).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Entomoneis include .

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Entomoneis — 2 Species

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Entomoneis alata
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Entomoneis paludosa
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