Ectoproctan fauna of deepar wetland of Assam, India

Abstract

Five bryozoan species were encountered during a limnological investigation in Deeper wetland, a perennial water body situated between 91°38'91°40'E & 26°6'-26°8'N near Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, India. The identified species are Hislopia lacustris moniliformis, Hyalinella punctata, Pactinatella gelatinosa, Plumatella emarginata and Fredericella sultana. Micro-structural features of the species are studied in limnological laboratory of Gauhati University. All the species are not reported earlier from this region. Some physical and chemical parameters of the wetland are also studied. As there is sporadic literature on ectoproctan species from this region, it is anticipated that the study will help in future research activities on this group of animals. © Zoo Outreach Organisation.