Odontella ²

Odontella sp. have variable appearances and morphotypes and may be singular or form chains. Valves are elliptical to lanceolate (Lance-shaped, having a wider rounded base and tapering towards the tip) each with two long, tapering and slightly divergent horns. Adjacent cells are united by these horns. The horns are a commonality among all species of Odontella. Cells vary in size dramatically ranging 15 – 110 um with numerous chloroplasts.

Relative Abundance: Common

Habitat: Cosmopolitan, nertitic and littoral waters.

Sources & Credit:
The Phytoplankton Encyclopedia Project
https://www.eoas.ubc.ca/research/phytoplankton/diatoms/centric/odontella/o_longicruris.html

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