Paramecia, Rotifer, Nematode Worms.





This detail shows three Paramecia (1), a rotifer (2) and two nematode worms (3).

All three creatures feed on bacteria, although the rotifer is capable of a much more varied diet when it is on offer.

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The amorphous mass in which the worms are moving is the remains of a larger worm, heavily infiltrated with bacteria.