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Tintinnopsis parva

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Tintinnopsis parva is a small loricate ciliate in the order Choreotrichida, found in marine plankton communities. Its lorica (protective shell) is composed of cemented foreign particles, and it feeds on phytoplankton in coastal and oceanic waters.

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

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