This image-rich BioMedia article features a micro-naturalist's observation of Didinium. It examines the feeding behaviors of Didinia, including the capture, poisoning, and digestion of Paramecia; their encysting and excysting processes; and method of sexual reproduction, specifically conjugation. This article is part of a series called "The Lives of Micro-organisms: A Micro-Naturalist's Notebook". The website also contains links to other articles and features of BioMedia, including a gallery of images and a teacher page with various downloadable teaching guides for BioMedia programs.
Subject: Biology, Ecology:Metabolism, Principles, Biology:Microbiology Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work Grade Level: General Public, College Lower (13-14), Middle (6-8), High School (9-12), Intermediate (3-5)Keywords: Protist, Ciliate, Paramecium
