Pontosphaera japonica
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Pontosphaera japonica
Pontosphaera japonica. A coccolithophore with relatively large, flat, coccoliths. Collected from off Hawaii. Specimen diameter 22m. False-coloured SEM image
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Alga Algae Algal Chromalveolata Chromista Coccolith Coccolithophore Coccolithophorid Electron Eukaryote Eukaryotic Haptophyta Haptophyte Hawaii Japonica Microscope North America Plankton Planktonic Protist Protista Prymnesiophyceae Scanning Invertebrata
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1. Title: "Pontosphaera japonica: A Glimpse into the Microscopic World of Coccolithophores from Hawaiian Waters" 2. Description: This false-coloured Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) image showcases the intricate beauty of Pontosphaera japonica, a coccolithophore species native to the waters off Hawaii. Coccolithophores are a type of planktonic algae, belonging to the phylum Haptophyta and the class Prymnesiophyceae. They are characterized by their large, flat, calcite plates or coccoliths, which provide them with structural support and camouflage. 3. Pontosphaera japonica, with a specimen diameter of approximately 22 micrometers, is a member of the family Pontosphaeraceae within the order Pontosphaeriales. This eukaryotic organism, classified under the kingdom Protista, is a crucial component of the marine food chain and plays a significant role in carbon cycling in the ocean. 4. The coccoliths of Pontosphaera japonica are unique in their large size and uniform, disc-like shape. The false-colouring in this image highlights the intricate details of these structures, revealing their complex, interconnected network. The tiny, yet fascinating, world of coccolithophores like Pontosphaera japonica is a testament to the incredible diversity and intricacy of life on our planet. 5. This image offers a glimpse into the microscopic realm of the North Pacific Ocean, where these organisms thrive. The study of coccolithophores, and other planktonic organisms, is essential for understanding the health and productivity of marine ecosystems and the role they play in global climate regulation. 6. Coccolithophores, such as Pontosphaera japonica, are part of the Chromalveolata sub-kingdom, which includes various other groups of protists, such as dinoflagellates and diatoms. The study of these organisms contributes to our growing knowledge of the biodiversity within the marine realm and the complex relationships between different species in the ocean food web.
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