Eucampia zodiacus
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| Taxonomic Group: | Diatom |
| Trophic Status: | Autotrophic |
| Size Range: | 24.0-42.5 μm wide x 28-48 μm long (LUMCON Guide); 10-61 μm wide (Cupp 1943, Horner 2002); 8-80 μm wide (Tomas 1997) |
| Key Characteristics: | Cells slightly curved in broad girdle view, with two blunt horns that are usually short and broad; intercalary bands are not ribbed and are scarcely visible; chains helically coiled; chloroplasts numerous and small |
| Confused With: | Eucampia cornuta, which has longer, thinner processes and numerous intercalary bands (ribs) that are usually visible in water mounts |
| Toxin: | None known |