Euglena – Definition, Characteristics, Structure, Reproduction, Importance
What is Euglena? The term Euglena denotes a genus of unicellular, flagellated eukaryotic organisms (protists). In many habitats (freshwater, moist soils, brackish waters) these organisms are found. The cell is bounded by a flexible proteinaceous pellicle (not a rigid cell wall), which allows shape changes (metaboly) under movement pressures. One or two flagella (one often … Read more