Cyanobacteria
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| Taxonomic Group: | Cyanobacteria |
| Trophic Status: | Autotrophic |
| Size Range: | N/A |
| Key Characteristics: | Small, round prokaryotic (without a true nucleus) cells that contain chlorophyll-a as well as a variety of pigments such as phycoerythrin and phycocyanin; this category contains only solitary cells, not those found within chains or colonies; best viewed with epifluorescent light which highlights the pigments |
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| Toxin: | None known |