Abstract

ABSTRACT The ciliate Vestibulongum corlissi n. g., n. sp. was collected from the intestines of surgeonfish, Acanthurus xanthopterus, in the summer of 1986. In has been examined in the light microscope after protargol staining and by scanning and transmission electron microscopy. Its form is distinct from that of other pycnotrichid ciliates at the generic level. Somatic kinetids were examined; these demonstrate that its cytostome is posterior and that the kinetid structures and the presence of a second transverse microtubular ribbon confirm its placement in the class Litostomatea.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.