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A pregnant Daphnia magna, which is a small planktonic crustacean.
The Nikon Small World Competition, inaugurated in 1975, celebrates the art of photomicrography, the technique of capturing images through a light microscope. In the 2019 competition, a captivating image of Daphnia magna, commonly known as the water flea, emerged as a finalist. This small crustacean inhabits freshwater environments and holds significance in scientific research due to its brief lifespan and easy cultivation.
Beyond its role as a primary consumer, feeding on algae and microorganisms, Daphnia magna serves as a crucial food source for fish and other aquatic animals. Its presence in the intricate ecosystems of freshwater environments underscores its ecological importance and contributes to the broader understanding of aquatic life.
#nature #science #Amazing
- Marek Miś - Mikrofotografia
- Earth Unreal
The Nikon Small World Competition, inaugurated in 1975, celebrates the art of photomicrography, the technique of capturing images through a light microscope. In the 2019 competition, a captivating image of Daphnia magna, commonly known as the water flea, emerged as a finalist. This small crustacean inhabits freshwater environments and holds significance in scientific research due to its brief lifespan and easy cultivation.
Beyond its role as a primary consumer, feeding on algae and microorganisms, Daphnia magna serves as a crucial food source for fish and other aquatic animals. Its presence in the intricate ecosystems of freshwater environments underscores its ecological importance and contributes to the broader understanding of aquatic life.
#nature #science #Amazing
- Marek Miś - Mikrofotografia
- Earth Unreal
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