Asterionella and Fragilaria under the microscope
By Oregon Water Science Center
June 2023 (approx.)
![Tan diatoms on a sage green background.](https://d9-wret.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/assets/palladium/production/s3fs-public/styles/full_width/public/media/images/Micro2_Cropped_resized.jpg?itok=FwK-rLdY)
Detailed Description
The star-shaped Asterionella is a genus of freshwater diatoms often found in star-shaped colonies of individuals. The thread like shape is Fragilaria a genus of fresh and saltwater diatom.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.