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Do all euglenoids have pellicle?


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Characteristics of Euglenoids:

  1. They are unicellular flagellates.
  2. They are primarily freshwater.
  3. They are heterotrophic (Saprotrophic or Phagocytic).
  4. Presence of pellicle is the characteristic feature of Euglenoids.
  5. Pellicle is the complex structure consisting of proteinaceous layer.
  6. It is covered by plasma membrane of cell.
  7. It is a protective covering of euglenoids.


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