Ixotrophy by Saprospira-like bacteria

The fascinating phenomenon of bacteria that catch other bacteria as prey.
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[@ianbcnp]

Neither boring not too long - fascinating, thank you.

[@BernardJenni]

Thanks for your visit and comment! 🙂

[@microuruguay]

Amazing research my friend!

[@BernardJenni]

Thanks Carlos 😊

[@MICROWORLDofficial]

"too long video"?? Are you joking maybe))
I never knew, never heard about that type of bacterial motility. Very interesting, thank you. But it lacks of the music background as for me. If you want I can compose one for it =)