This centric diatom is characterized by its numerous lenticular, golden-brown chloroplasts that are concentrated in the center of the cell around the nucleus.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
Southeast Coast of Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh
Environment:
Marine
Main References:
Islam MT, Haider SMB, Md AS (2021) Phytoplankton assemblages in the south eastern coastal area of the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh with special reference to environmental variables. Int J Fish Aquat Stud, 9, 42-54.