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Eunotia elegans

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Eunotia elegans is a pennate diatom in the family Eunotiaceae, distinguished by its arcuate (curved) frustule with a short, marginal raphe at each pole. It inhabits acidic, soft-water lakes, peat bogs, and oligotrophic freshwater environments where it contributes to periphyton communities. The genus Eunotia is considered a useful indicator of water acidity and low ionic conductivity.

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 Eunotia elegans. It belongs to the genus Eunotia.
Where does live?
is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.
What family does belong to?
(Eunotia elegans) belongs to the genus Eunotia, which is part of the taxonomic family Eunotiaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Eunotia elegans) belongs to the kingdom Chromista (хромисты).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Eunotia include , , , , .

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