Rotifers, or 'wheel bearers', are called so because of the appearance of a circular motion or fan about their mouth, which is in fact cilia in constant movement, thus creating a current pulling food into their mouth. I would refer you to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotifer, for further information.
Rotifers
Rotifers, or 'wheel bearers', are called so because of the appearance of a circular motion or fan about their mouth, which is in fact cilia in constant movement, thus creating a current pulling food into their mouth. I would refer you to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotifer, for further information.
