Anabaena sp. 1
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Taxonomic Group: Cyanobacteria
Trophic Status: Autotrophic
Size Range: N/A
Key Characteristics: As yet unidentified chain; distinguished from other Anabaena species by barrel-shaped or rectangular cells that are normally longer than wide; chains straight or slightly flexed; terminal cells usually more pointed than intercalary cells, but not always
Confused With:
Toxin: Anatoxins, cylindrospermopsin, microcystins, saxitoxins