Domain Eukaryota Higher classification Chlamydomonadaceae | Order Chlamydomonadales Scientific name Chlorogonium Rank Genus | |
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Similar Green algae, Chlamydomonadales, Chlorophyceae, Carteria, Pteromonas | ||
In taxonomy, Chlorogonium is a genus of green algae, specifically of the Haematococcaceae. This alga has a notable mutualistic relationship with the American toad, allowing the tadpoles to develop faster when covered with Chlorogonium.
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