Stylonychia is a genus of ciliates, in the subclass Hypotrichia. Species of Stylonychia are very common in fresh water and soil, and may be found on filamentous algae, surface films, and among particles of sediment.

What does Stylonychia do?

Stylonychia uses its cirri to run across a surface as well as for propelling itself through the water. They are a common inhabitant of ponds, where they prey on smaller organisms. They eat bacteria, phytoplankton and small ciliates. The Stylonychia cannibalizes if starved.

What kingdom is Stylonychia?

Stylonychia. Taxonomic Serial No.: 46786 (Download Help) Stylonychia TSN 46786. Taxonomy and Nomenclature. Kingdom: Protozoa.