Polarised light micrograph of Epistylis sp. protozoa. They are sessile, meaning they cannot move around on their own and need to attach to a surface.

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Polarised light micrograph of Epistylis sp. protozoa. They are sessile, meaning they cannot move around on their own and need to attach to a surface. They are a common parasite on fish, binding to their scales or gills and producing red sores. They have a short oral disc for feeding and a rigid stalk. Magnification: x330 when printed 10 centimetres wide.

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Size: 3659px × 2439px
Photo credit: © MAREK MIS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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