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Scientific name
Fragilariopsis kerguelensis.
Common name
Phytoplankton.
Size
They tend to have an average size of 0.2 µm to 2 mm.
Weight
No information.
Habitat
They float on the surface of water.
Feeding
They feed on photosynthesis.
Reproduction
They reproduce by means of simple mitosis, that is, the cells divide in two, forming two identical individuals.
Conservation status
Data deficient.
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