Green Alga Collection

Water fleas (Daphnia sp. ) and a green algae (Volvox aureus) in water from a garden pond
Water fleas (Daphnia sp.) and a green algae (Volvox aureus) in water from a garden pond. Derbyshire, UK. September. Digital composite

Chlorophyte or green alga (Volvox aureus) in pond water. UK. The larger spheres are approximately 0.5mm in diameter. Digital composite image

Coelosphaeridium, calcareous alga

Diverse array of algae species including Sargassum weed (Sargassum horneri), Kelp (Laminariales), Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) on shallow reef with juvenile Pollock (Pollachius pollachius)

Split-level of Cormorants (Phalacrocorax sp. ) standing on rocks with Sea lettuce (Ulva sp
Split-level of Cormorants (Phalacrocorax sp.) standing on rocks with Sea lettuce (Ulva sp.) seen underwater, Hussar Bay, Nigei Island, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada. September

Split level shot of kelp and other seaweeds partly exposed at low tide, with coniferous forest in the background. Seen in this photograph are the following

Trumpet animalcules (Stentor polymorphus) with algal symbionts (Chlorella), Europe, controlled conditions

Golgi apparatus, TEM C017 / 8234
Golgi apparatus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Golgi apparatus from a Chlamydomonas sp. alga. Golgi are membrane-bound organelles that modify and package proteins

Chlamydomonas, illustration Biology: Botany, Plants

Algae cell wall, SEM
Algae cell wall. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cellulose microfibrils (strands) in a Chaetomorpha sp. algal cell wall

Spirogyra algae, light micrograph C016 / 9592
Spirogyra algae. Polarised light micrograph of Spirogyra sp. algae. This filamentous green algae is named for the spiral arrangement of its chloroplasts (green)

Spirogyra algae, light micrograph C016 / 9594
Spirogyra algae. Rheinberg illuminated light micrograph of Spirogyra sp. algae. This filamentous green algae is named for the spiral arrangement of its chloroplasts (green)

Desmids and spirogyra, light micrograph C016 / 9595
Desmids and spirogyra. Polarised light micrograph of two Micrasterias rotata desmids (round) and a single filament of Spirogyra sp. green alga (lower right)

Netrium desmid, light micrograph C016 / 9591
Netrium desmid. Polarised light micrograph of a Netrium sp. desmid (oval, centre) among peat moss (Sphagnum sp.) leaves (green)

Spirogyra algae, light micrograph C016 / 9593
Spirogyra algae. Polarised light micrograph of Spirogyra sp. algae. This filamentous green algae is named for the spiral arrangement of its chloroplasts (green)

Micrasterias desmids, light micrograph C016 / 9596
Micrasterias desmids. Rheinberg illuminated light micrograph of Micrasterias rotata desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Desmid, light micrograph
Desmid. Darkfield illuminated light micrograph of a desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Euastrum desmid, light micrograph
Euastrum desmid. Darkfield illuminated light micrograph of a Euastrum oblongum desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Xanthidium desmids, light micrograph
Xanthidium desmids. Polarised light micrograph of a Xanthidium sp. desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Desmids, light micrograph
Desmids. Phase contrast light micrograph of Micrasterias sp. and Hyalotheca sp. desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Closterium desmid, light micrograph
Closterium desmid. Differential interference contrast (DIC) micrograph of a Closterium sp. desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell

Bambusina desmids, light micrograph
Bambusina desmids. Polarised light micrograph of a colony of Bambusina sp. desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Pediastrum green algae, micrograph
Pediastrum green algae. Differential interference contrast light micrograph of a circular colony of Pediastrum sp. green algae (Chlorophyte). Pediastrum is a type of freshwater colonial algae

Closterium desmid, light micrograph C016 / 8608
Closterium desmid. Interphase contrast micrograph of a Closterium sp. desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Netrium desmids, light micrograph
Netrium desmids. Polarised light micrograph of Netrium sp. desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Cosmarium desmids, light micrograph
Phase contrast, magnification: 200 X on APS-C sensor

Euastrum desmids, light micrograph
Euastrum desmids. Polarised light micrograph of Euastrum sp. desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Micrasterias desmids, light micrograph
Micrasterias desmids. Polarised light micrograph of Micrasterias truncata desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell walls

Micrasterias desmid, light micrograph
Micrasterias desmid. Differential interference contrast light micrograph of a Micrasterias sp. desmid green alga. Desmids are a common group of freshwater single-celled algae that have intricate cell

Entromorpha clathrata, seaweed

Codium tomemtosus, seaweed
Plate 35 from Algae Danmonienses : or dried specimens of Marine Plants, principally collected in Devonshire by Mary Wyatt. 1834-1840

Ulva pavonia, alga
Plate 15 from Drawings of Submerged Algae (1800) by Mary Dawson Turner. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Ulva lingulatam, alga
Plate 11 from Drawings of Submerged Algae (1800) by Mary Dawson Turner. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Asperoccus turneri, seaweed
Plate 59 from Algae Danmonienses : or dried specimens of Marine Plants, principally collected in Devonshire by Mary Wyatt. 1834-1840

Raphiidonema faringdone, calcareous sponge
A vase-shaped calcareous sponge with numerous small canals from the Cretaceous of Berkshire, England

Green algae colonies. Light micrograph of green algae colonies (Volvox sp.). These colonies are made up of approximately 500 individual flagellate cells, arranged in a glycoprotein filled sphere

Worm feeding on algae, light micrograph
Worm feeding on algae. Light micrograph of an microscopic annelid worm (subclass Oligochaeta, upper left) feeding on green algae

Microsterias green alga, light micrograph
Microsterias green alga. Light micrograph of a Microsterias sp. desmid green algae. Desmids are a common group of unicellular freshwater algae that have intricate cell walls

Pediastrum green algae, light micrograph
Pediastrum green algae. Light micrograph of a Pediastrum sp. green alga. Members of this genus are non-motile algae that live in freshwater environments

Green algae, light micrograph
Green algae. Fluorescent light micrograph of the green filamentous alga Klebsormidium sp.. Chlorophyll, the pigment responsible for photosynthesis, is red

Volvox colonies, light micrograph
Volvox colonies. Light micrograph of colonies of the freshwater green alga Volvox aureus. containing several asexual daughter colonies

Algal colony, light micrograph. Colony of the green freshwater alga Coleochaete sentata. The whole plant is a disc composed of filaments packed close together, branching out from the centre

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Green Algae: From Garden Ponds to Shallow Reefs" In the tranquil waters of a garden pond, an enchanting sight unfolds as water fleas (Daphnia sp. ) gracefully dance alongside a green algae species known as Volvox aureus. These chlorophyte organisms create larger spheres that measure approximately 0 in size, forming a mesmerizing spectacle. Venturing beyond the confines of ponds, we discover Coelosphaeridium, a calcareous alga thriving in its natural habitat. This diverse array of algae species includes Sargassum weed (Sargassum horneri), Kelp (Laminariales), and Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) on a shallow reef. Juvenile Pollock (Pollachius pollachius) and Ballan wrasse (Labrus bergylta) swim above this vibrant ecosystem in Falmouth. A split-level shot captures Cormorants (Phalacrocorax sp. ) perched on rocks adorned with Sea lettuce (Ulva sp. ), showcasing the harmonious coexistence between these creatures and algae. Another split-level image reveals kelp and other seaweeds partially exposed during low tide, unveiling their intricate beauty. Delving deeper into the microscopic world, we encounter trumpet animalcules (Stentor polymorphus) accompanied by algal symbionts called Chlorella. This fascinating partnership showcases nature's ability to foster mutually beneficial relationships across Europe. Illustrations bring forth Chlamydomonas, shedding light on its unique structure and characteristics. Meanwhile, scanning electron microscopy unveils the intricacies of an algae cell wall—a testament to nature's remarkable design.