Paramecium caudatum , an image of one of the more common Paramecium types and one of the smaller varieties, growing to about 125 microns in size. Paramecium bursaria , a species of Paramecium that appears green because of the presence of symbiotic Zoochlorella. This image shows in unusual color the intricate details of this amazing one celled animal - the Paramecium . Click here to see an image of a Paramecium dividing.
Paramecia have a defense system that they can deploy when attacked or when they feel threatened.
Click here to find out more. All ciliates also can multiply by a process known as conjugation. Here is a rare image of two Paramecium engaged in true sexual reproduction. Get a real sense of the size of these critters. The spikes are used to spear other protozoa.