Phylogenetic study on three Metacineta species gives a new look at subclass Suctoria systematics
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-94558-1
Abstract: Suctoria is a subclass of ciliates (Phyllopharyngea, Suctoria) distinguished by the presence of a specialized feeding apparatus called tentacles and the absence of ciliature during most of their life cycle. This group of ciliates, particularly… read more here.
Keywords: metacineta; systematics; subclass suctoria; subclass ... See more keywords