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Chroococcus rufescens

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About

Chroococcus rufescens é uma cianobactéria unicelular da família Chroococcaceae, caracterizada pela coloração avermelhada-acastanhada da bainha mucilaginosa que envolve as células. Habita principalmente solos úmidos, superfícies rochosas e ambientes aquáticos de água doce. Como pioneira em habitats adversos, contribui para a formação e estabilização do solo. Possui adaptações para tolerar dessecação e alta irradiação solar. A pigmentação avermelhada protege contra a radiação UV excessiva.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Sweden.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Chroococcus rufescens. It belongs to the genus Chroococcus.
Where does live?
is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.
What family does belong to?
(Chroococcus rufescens) belongs to the genus Chroococcus, which is part of the taxonomic family Microcystaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Chroococcus rufescens) belongs to the kingdom Bacteria (Bacteria).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Chroococcus include , , , , .

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