#Filamentous

I find it fascinating that in this forest of filamentous algae there were lots of microscopic creatures living their lives. Despite the rapid current of the water, these micro-creatures still managed to make the clumps of algae filaments their home. . I found several different species of ciliated protozoans. I spent more than an hour observing the incredible movements of the protozoans portrayed at the beginning of the video! So cool how they could attach to the algae filaments and how from time to time they would disattach, change their shape and start swimming. . In the video you can also see some of the diatoms that I found (both in colonies and by themselves). I am always amazed at how abundant diatoms are in any environment that contains water!! . …and yes, even the filamentous algae itself is incredibly beautiful under the microscope. . For this video I used a Leica ZOOM 200 stereoscope and an Olympus BX41 microscope at up to 400x magnification #biology #microscopy #microscope #protozoans #diatoms #ecology #algae

“Time lapse Cyanobacteria (Oscillatoria sp). 400x magnification. Brightfield. Speed 20x." by Julia Van Etten. Oscillatoria is a genus of Cyanobacteria that got its name because it oscillates back and forth to get as much sunlight as possible. Although they are green and filamentous, they are bacteria (prokaryotes) and not algae (eukaryote protists). What makes them special is that they obtain their energy by photosynthesis and are the ONLY bacteria that produce oxygen by this way. The Earth didn’t always have an oxygenic atmosphere. Before Cyanobacteria evolved to photosynthesize (~3.5 billion years ago, bya), the atmosphere had much more CO2 and the only organisms thriving on the planet were other prokaryotes (Bacteria and Archaea) that had anaerobic types of metabolism. By ~2.7 bya, early Cyanobacteria had produced so much oxygen that it caused a mass extinction. A huge chemical change like this is an example of a selective pressure that led to the evolution of organisms (eukaryotes, including animals) that could function in the presence of oxygen. @couch_microscopy #microscopy #microscopyworld #cyanobacteria #labocine

🍄‍🟫Paecilomyces variotii🍄‍🟫 is a filamentous saprophytic fungus, often found in soil and decomposing organic matter. ◽️It exhibits a characteristic morphology with filamentous hyphae forming a mycelial structure. ◽️Conidiophores develop from the mycelium, bearing conidia in chains. ◽️The conidia, typically cylindrical or fusiform, may vary in size. ◽️Colony color ranges from white to green, and they often have a powdery texture. Do you know it?🤔🤔🤔 #phytopathology #phytopathologist #phytopathologygirl #ensa #ensastudent #plantfungus #paecilomyces #paecilomycesvariotii #fungi #mycology #soilmicrobiology #microbiology #microbiologyst #microorganisms #biology #diversity #saprophyte

The beauty of Spirogyra. . Never underestimate the beauty of even the most “insignificant” organism. . The name of this filamentous charophyte green alga is Spirogyra. . The name of these algae –Spirogyra– has to do with the large spiral chloroplasts that can be seen inside the cells. . I stained some of the algal filaments with methylene blue to observe the cell nucleus. . Nature is incredible! Follow @learntoupgrade_official 👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆 Credit @dr.bio4ever #microscopy #microscope #microscopio #histologia #histology #cells #células #plantbiology #cellbiology #biologyclass #artinnature #spirogyra #charophyta

What is bacteriophage? → A bacteriophage is a virus that infects a bacterial cell and reproduces inside it. They vary a lot in their shape and genetic material. A bacteriophage may contain DNA or RNA. The genes range from four to several thousand. Their capsid can be isohedral, filamentous, or head-tail in shape. . How do bacteriophages infect and kill bacteria? → A bacteriophage attaches itself to a susceptible bacterium and infects the host cell. Following infection, the bacteriophage hijacks the bacterium’s cellular machinery to prevent it from producing bacterial components and instead forces the cell to produce viral components. . How many bacteria are killed by phages? → According to Forest Rowher, PhD, a microbial ecologist at San Diego State University, and colleagues in their book Life in Our Phage World, phages cause a trillion trillion successful infections per second and destroy up to 40 percent of all bacterial cells in the ocean every day. . . Educational purposes how bacteriophage kill bacteria. Source/credit- . https://youtu.be/ZWWH8ZxeV0E?si=ZnS6eZKV3HbORYy7 / lifescienceanimation . . Follow: @microbiologyinfo @microbiologynotes . . . . . . . #bacteria #bacteriophage #virology #microbiology #microbiologyclass #biologyresearch #bioscience #microbiologyphd #microbiologyresearch #microbiologist #lifescience #reelsinstagram #reels #trending

My 3 year old Monstera Obliqua ‘filamentous’. I can just imagine this on top a tree in the rainforest. I find it interesting that as they mature the petioles gets more compacted and they end up being flatter with leaves only growing in 180 degree formation. #monsteraobliquafilamentous #specimenplants

Damselflies, belonging to the order Odonata and the suborder Zygoptera, are close relatives of the larger and more robust dragonflies. Characterized by their thin bodies, two pairs of wings, and long, filamentous tails, damselflies are a common sight near still waters, where they lay their eggs and their larvae, known as "nymphs," develop. One of the most fascinating aspects of damselflies is their compound eyes, which provide them with an almost 360-degree field of vision, crucial for detecting predators and prey. These eyes, however, can accumulate dust and debris, making regular cleaning necessary for maintaining their keen eyesight. Damselflies are agile fliers, though they often appear more graceful and less hurried than dragonflies. Their diet primarily consists of small insects, which they catch with precise aerial maneuvers. The grooming behavior seen in this video not only keeps their vision clear but also aids in maintaining the health and functionality of their wings and sensory organs. Beyond their beauty and intriguing behaviors, damselflies play a significant role in their ecosystems as both predators of smaller insects and prey for birds, fish, and other larger animals. They are also indicators of environmental health, with their presence signaling clean, unpolluted water bodies. To explore more about the fascinating world of damselflies and other incredible insects, and to stay informed about conservation and biodiversity, click the link in our bio to sign up for our newsletter. Join us in our journey to discover and protect the myriad forms of life that share our planet. . Video by: @travborger (DM for credit or removal / All rights are reserved belong to their respective owners) . . . . #wildlife #wildlifeconservation #wildlifephoto #wildlifeofinstagram #wildlife_shots #wildlifeperfection #wildlifephotos #wildlife_photography #wildlife_inspired #natgeowildlife #wildlifeprotection #wildlifefriend #wildlifesafari #wildliferescue #wildlifeshots #wildlifelover #wildlife_captures #wildlifeseekers #explore_wildlife #wildlifeaddict #wildlifecaptures #wildlifebiologist #wildlifephotograpy #wildlifefreak #conservation #wildlifewatching #foryoupage

Snacky boi eats forbidden spaghetti 🍝 The way these insect larvae move is so intense and dynamic, it’s rare to find some that are willing to stay still in front the camera, so I just sat there and watched them eat Spyrogira (filamentous green algae) for two hours 🙃 This insect larva, called chironomidae or non-biting midges, are usually the most abundant insects in freshwater habitats, no wonder I find them in all of my samples 🙃 they can also be find in terrestrial and marine environments! There are more than 15 000 different species estimated which can exploit a wide range of environmental conditions; high and low temperatures, pH, oxygen concentrations, salinity, depths, current velocity and altitudes, to name a few. In lots of aquatic ecosystems, chironomids can represent 50% of the total macroinvertebrate species 🤯 You can even find some active ones in the Himalaya at temperatures of -16°C and elevations of 5600 meters! Chironomid larvae are opportunistic omnivores (they can eat pretty much anything that can be eaten) but they are also classified by their main feeding modes; collector-gatherers, collector-filterers, scrapers, shredders, engulfers and piercers. Of course, one species can fit in multiple feeding strategies! These larvae play an important role in aquatic ecosystems since they’re a major food source for fish, frogs, birds and semi-aquatic mammals. They also are litter decomposers, rock cleaners and are important for nutrient recycling. Chironomid larvae are also very sensitive to polluants such as pesticides and are thus used as bio indicators of freshwater quality! Video taken with my iPhone mounted on a BA310E Motic microscope with an @ilabcam ultra adapter 🔬 References: Armitage, P. D., Pinder, L. C., & Cranston, P. S. (Eds.). (2012). The Chironomidae: biology and ecology of non-biting midges. Springer Science & Business Media. Katagi, T., & Tanaka, H. (2016). Metabolism, bioaccumulation, and toxicity of pesticides in aquatic insect larvae. Journal of Pesticide Science, 41(2), 25–37.

Aspergillus, a diverse genus of filamentous fungi, has captured the attention of scientists, clinicians, and industries alike due to its remarkable features and impacts on various aspects of life. The Versatility of Aspergillus: Biotechnology: Aspergillus species are renowned for their role in biotechnology. They are harnessed in the production of enzymes, such as amylases and proteases, which find applications in the food industry for fermentations and in the production of biofuels. Agriculture: Certain Aspergillus strains contribute to agriculture by enhancing plant growth and nutrient availability. They are also used in biocontrol strategies against plant pathogens. . . . . . . . . #pathogen #aspergillus #fungi #fungus #mycology #institute #lifescience #microbiology #biotech #microorganism #pathogens #lifescienceid #biology

Save the Baltic Sea with a hat! 👒 In the spirit of the Baltic Sea Day, we come bearing a fun DIY project that does good for the sea. 🪸 Eutrophication of the Baltic Sea causes exessive growth of filamentous green algae which takes space from other species growing near the shore line. Removing the algae restores the ecosystem’s balance – and this DIY project makes the process fun. 👒 Collect, rinse, felt and dry to make your own algae hat – or even a lamp shade or a bowl. Only limitation is your imagination! See the video or the comments for detailed instructions. This, among other fascinating projects, is on display in Designs for a Cooler Planet: Invisible at Otaniemi from 6 September to 6 October 2023. See aalto.fi/acoolerplanet for more!

mycelium: the filamentous branching structure that is the "body" of mushrooms the mushroom itself is a reproductive structure. they're the genitals of the fungal network 🍄 mycelium normally grows where mushrooms are found: in the soil, in compost, in wood. mushrooms are the decomposers, they devour dead organic material. in the lab we can isolate these cultures and grow them on petri plates and in liquid. this allows unprecedented expansion of single cultures in total isolation. the benefits are numerous, such as: 🍄‍🟫 being able to inoculate spawn easily 🍄‍🟫 seeing how nutrients effect growth 🍄‍🟫 growing large amounts of mycelium in a bioreactor setup, isolated mycelium can be grown and harvested! while it can then be used to make medicine or food, it can also be pressed into solid mats and used as a leather substitute 😱 - more on that later in other reels and posts 😉 #mycelium #fungi #mushrooms #cogumelos #hongos #mycomaterials #biotechnology #biofabrication #micelio

Filamentous bacteria, Beggiatoa, containing granules of sulphur and gliding around! (Timelapse portion is 10x speed) #biology #science #pondlife #microscope #ecology #microbiology #microscopy #closeup #bacteria #stem #research #naturephotography #reels #prokaryotes #beggiatoa #natgeo #olympus