What are some tips for finding protists in the container?
Amoeba – Let the jar settle for an hour. Amoeba tend to be whitish, so remove the lid and place the jar over a dark surface. A small portion of water can be drained from the top, since Amoeba tend to gather near the bottom. Also look for them near the rice grain. Stentor – Stentor are dark green, so place the sample against a light colored surface for easier viewing. Pelomyxa – Use same technique as for Amoeba. Vorticella – Vorticella will cling to the bottom of the jar or a hand suspended from the surface of the water. Allow the jar to settle for a while after receiving. Paramecium – These are fairly large and easy to see throughout the culture. They move rather quickly so you may want to use WARDS slowing agent Detain to view them. Back to top How should I keep my Planaria? Planaria can be kept in a refrigerator for 2 – 3 weeks with out being fed. They may require a weekly water change. If you would like to keep them longer, set them up in a tank with aged tap water. Provide them wit
