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You will receive a sample of both green and brown hydra mixed together, allowing you to observe the differences between the two organisms.

These bottom-dwelling bivalved crustaceans are found in nearly every aquatic habitat.

Carassius auratus.

Poecilia reticulata.

Choose from 2 popular sets of Tetras for your fish tank.

This set of 12 cultures can be studied as hands-on examples of the bacteria described in the most popular high school-level biology texts.

Contains Collections of Specimens Used Most Often in Biology Classes

Specially Prepared “Real-Life” Combinations
The world is teeming with a wide variety of micro life, making studying samples of pond water complicated especially for the beginning student. To lessen the confusion, Ward's has prepared different culture mixes that reflect protist combinations that occur in the real world, yet eliminates the hundreds of other life-forms found in a collected sample.

Plecostomus sp. Nonaggressive. Great tank cleaners, the “suckerfish” clings to aquarium walls with its mouth and scrapes off algae with its tongue. An attractive fish with brown armored scales, it prefers a great deal of vegetation to hide in. Care instructions are included. Size: approximately 2", may grow to 5" or larger. Package of three.

Anoles (American Chameleons) are tree-dwelling lizards found mostly in the southeastern US.

This is the most widely studied Turbellarian, a free-living flatworm commonly used in science fair projects.

Daphnia are a widely studied small crustacean used for a number of physiology studies including the effects of drugs on heartbeat and temperature on metabolism.

Very large ciliate. Feeds on colpidium. Hay medium.
Characterized by cilia; nearly all possess two types of nuclei.

This organism is easily recognized by its trumpet-shape and blue coloration. It is quite large (approx. 2 mm) and is a good option for students that are just starting to look at the microscopic world.

This organism is easily recognized by its trumpet-shape, and can commonly be found in freshwater ponds and streams. It reproduces by budding.

Study the Rotifera under your microscope to discover the variety of structures among them. Subculture them in Alfalfa or Hay medium to increase your supply. Species may vary based on availability.