= Mesodinium rubrum
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Mesodinium rubrum is a species of ciliate protozoan, notable for its unique characteristics and ecological significance. It belongs to the group of unicellular organisms known as ciliates, which are characterized by the presence of hair-like structures called cilia used for movement and feeding. M. rubrum is particularly interesting because it is capable of photosynthesis due to the presence of chloroplasts derived from the ingestion of certain types of algae, specifically cryptophytes.
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