- Dinoflagellates are unicellular and eukaryotic.
- Many have two flagella, which allow the cell to move.
- They can be both heterotrophic and autotrophic.
- Most dinoflagellates reproduce asexually.
- They are mostly non-toxic but a few are toxic.
- Many of them have a cell wall made of cellulose.
- They are found in both freshwater and saltwater.
Examples
Noctiluca Scintillans
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Prorocentrum Mexicanum
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Prorocentrum Lima
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