Euglenidae

/ˌjuːɡləˈnaɪdiː/ noun

Definition

A family of protist organisms related to and including true euglenas, characterized by photosynthetic abilities and flagellar movement.

Etymology

From 'euglena' + Latin '-idae' (family suffix). Created in scientific classification to group closely related euglenoid species together.

Kelly Says

Euglenidae represents a family so successful that species have been found in every ocean and freshwater system on Earth, thriving in conditions that would kill most other organisms. They're nature's ultimate adaptors!

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