Golden algae genera

Dinobryon is a type of microscopic algae. It is one of the 22 genera in the family Dinobryaceae. Dinobryon are mixotrophs, capable of obtaining energy and carbon through photosynthesis and phagotrophy of bacteria. The genus comprises at least 37 described species. The best-known species are D. cylindricum and D. divergens, which come to the attention of humans annually due to transient blooms in the photic zone of temperate lakes and ponds. Such blooms may produce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that produce odors and affect water quality.

Ochromonas is a genus of algae belonging to the family Ochromonadaceae.

Synura is a genus of colonial chrysomonad algae covered with silica scales.Synura is characterized by its heterokont flagella, and is the most conspicuous and diverse genus of the order Synurales.

Mallomonas is a genus comprising unicellular algal eukaryotes and characterized by their intricate cell coverings made of silica scales and bristles. The group was first named and classified by Dr. Maximilian Perty in 1852. These organisms live in freshwater and are widely distributed around the world. Some well known species include Mallomonas caudata and Mallomonas splendens.

genus of algae

Chromulina is a genus of golden algae in the family Chromulinaceae.