Differential interference contrast (DIC) light micrograph of a large colony of peritrich ciliates, revealing the intricate details of these single-celled organisms. The peritrichs are anchored to a piece of organic debris by their slender stalks, forming a dense and dynamic community. The DIC technique accentuates the contours of their bell-shaped bodies, creating a striking 3D-like effect. Magnification: x30 when printed with the longest axis at 10 centimetres long.

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Photo credit: © KARL GAFF / SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
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