Description of Stichotricha secunda
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Hypotrich ciliates, associated with the surface of flocculent particulate detritus, forming a mucoid tube about 3-4 times body length. The anterior 1/3 of the body including the entire adoral zone of membranelles extends from the tube during feeding. When extended the anterior end contorts into a helix turning 360-720 degrees, with the membranelles on the outside. When the ciliate withdraws into the tube, it reverts to the normal shape.
