Bacillaria paxillifer (paradoxa)

Movement of the diatom Bacillaria paxillifer (paradoxa) . Phase contrast technique.

[@johnm.karian5295]

As fascinating a diatom as one could imagine. A local pond is rich with this species. A favorite - thanks Dr. Wagner

[@chenliu4308]

Nice movie， Dr. Ralf Wagner.
Which devices were used to capture the movement of the tiny protist?

[@drralfwagner]

Thanks. Please look here for details on my equipment: www.dr-ralf-wagner.de/TechInfo-englisch.html

[@JuanManuel-ix8su]

microscope?

[@drralfwagner]

Thanks!

[@borisgrejcha7263]

great!