Blepharisma are classified in the following way: Kingdom: Protozoan. Phylum: Ciliophora. Class: Ciliatea.

What group is Blepharisma?

Blepharisma is a genus of unicellular ciliate protists found in fresh and salt water. The group includes about 40 accepted species, and many sub-varieties and strains.

Where is Blepharisma found?

The Blepharisma is a common ciliate found in most any pond. If it lives in bright sunlit ponds it is usually colorless. When exposed to an intense artificial light, the pink pigment emits a poisonous toxin that completely disintegrates the creature.