A. brasiliensis – from Lahr et al., 2009
Arcella brasiliensis Cunha, 1913
Diagnosis: Shell circular in apertural view, hemispherical in lateral view, with a distinct marginal rim. Dorsal surface provided with depressions, promoting an undulate aspect. Aperture circular, central, invaginated, delimited by a curled lip.
Dimensions: Shell diameter: c. 80 µm.
Ecology: Between aquatic mosses and on waterplants, South-America.
Arcella brasiliensis – Photomicrograph Ralf Meisterfeld
Arcella brasiliensis – Photomicrograph Ralf Meisterfeld
Arcella brasiliensis – Photomicrograph Ralf Meisterfeld