The Biology Classics: Paramecium

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Written By Eric Russell

Paramecium is a well known organism in biology – often used in biology classes for investigating the characteristics of protozoa. It is common in ponds throughout the world. Paramecium is a good example of cell complexity. This tiny living creature has all the systems required for survival packed into a single cell!

Paramecium bursaria

A cluster of Paramecium around decaying or decomposing matter can be a real party!