Rhizaria Collection (#2)

Rhizaria, a diverse group of microorganisms, encompasses various fascinating species such as Acanthophracta and radiolarians

Acanthowetra
A photograph of a foraminifera found in the Indian Ocean

Rhizaria Collection: Foraminiferan remains

Foraminiferan remains from the White Cliffs of Dover, U.K. The cliffs are made up of unimaginable numbers of chalky shells of long dead marine animals

Rhizaria Collection: Nummulites gizehensis, giant foraminiferan

Nummulites gizehensis, giant foraminiferan
Shown here is a giant foraminiferan originating from the Eocene of Egypt. Foraminifera are amoeba-like, single-celled protistids and can still be found in abundance today

Rhizaria Collection: Foraminiferal limestone

Foraminiferal limestone
Nummulitic limestone made up of the hard parts of billions of foraminiferans

Rhizaria Collection: Orbulina foraminiferan, SEM

Orbulina foraminiferan, SEM
Orbulina. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the shell of the foraminiferan Orbulina sp. Foraminiferans are marine single-celled protists that construct and inhabit shells (tests)

Rhizaria Collection: Foraminiferans, light micrograp

Foraminiferans, light micrograp
Foraminiferans, polarised light micrograph. Foraminiferans are marine single-celled protists that construct and inhabit shells (tests)

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Rhizaria, a diverse group of microorganisms, encompasses various fascinating species such as Acanthophracta and radiolarians. These intricate organisms have captivated scientists with their unique characteristics and structures. One notable member of the Rhizaria family is Bulimina, a foraminifer model that has intrigued researchers due to its shell-like structure. This tiny creature provides valuable insights into the ancient marine ecosystems it once inhabited. Among the mesmerizing radiolarians found within it can Dorataspis diodon, Aulacantha scolymantha, Actinomma asteracanthion, Heliosphaera actinota, Aulosphaera elegantissima, Eucyrtidium cranoides, Eucecryphalus schultzei, and Spongosphaera streptacantha. Each species showcases its own intricate skeletal patterns and delicate beauty under microscopic observation. Another intriguing member of this group is Actinophrys sol - a heliozoan that possesses an astonishingly complex internal structure. Its ability to capture prey using long pseudopodia makes it a formidable predator in aquatic environments. The diversity within Rhizaria highlights the incredible adaptability of these microorganisms across different habitats. From oceanic depths to freshwater ecosystems, they thrive in various conditions by utilizing their distinctive features for survival. Studying Rhizaria not only provides valuable knowledge about these remarkable creatures but also offers insights into broader ecological processes. Their role in nutrient cycling and carbon sequestration contributes significantly to maintaining ecosystem balance on our planet. Rhizaria represents an extraordinary realm filled with awe-inspiring organisms like Acanthophracta and radiolarians such as Bulimina or Foraminifer models.