Water-flea anatomy - by Wim van Egmond
closer front view of Daphnia longisipina
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In closer detail, parts of the sieve-like legs are visible. Also note the pair of mandibles and the sensory bristles bottom right.

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darkfield Daphnia
brightfield Daphnia
close-up
head and eyes
close-up
ovary and embryos
close-up
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