Giant Microbes: Plankton - Rotifer
# TSMGMUS-PD-0625
One of the most beautiful microscopic organisms, rotifers are little princesses with magic crowns.
FACTS: Rotifers are beautiful microscopic creatures most commonly found in freshwater environments. They are among the smallest members of the animal kingdom, and have delighted amateur microbiologists since their discovery in 1696 by the Rev. John Harris.
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
- The name “rotifer” comes from the Latin root meaning “wheel-bearer”, describing the crown of cilia around the mouth of the rotifer. Cilia are hair-like filaments used to draw food near the mouth. Their rapid movement makes them appear to whirl like a wheel.
- Brand: GIANTmicrobes.
- Item Number: TSMGMUS-PD-0625.
- UPC: 846869001822.
- Recommended for ages : 3 to 13+.
- Measures approximately: 4.00 x 4.00 x 4.00 inches..
- Weighs approximately: 0.50 pounds.
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