Bermudella

Common Names

There are no widely used common names for Bermudella species. They are typically referred to by their scientific names.

Characteristics

Bermudella foraminiferans are characterized by their small size, typically ranging from 0.1 to 0.5 millimeters in diameter. Their tests are usually multi-chambered and exhibit a variety of shapes and surface textures. The chambers of the test are arranged in a spiral or a linear pattern, and the test may be smooth, granular, or ornamented with spines or other projections.

Bermudella species are heterotrophic, meaning they obtain their food from other organisms. They are typically found in sediments or attached to marine plants or animals. They play an important role in marine ecosystems as primary consumers and contribute to the cycling of nutrients.

Environments

Bermudella species are found in a variety of marine environments, including:

• Shallow water sediments
• Coral reefs
• Seagrass beds
• Mangrove swamps

They are most commonly found in tropical and subtropical waters, but some species have been reported from temperate regions.

References

For more information about Bermudella, consult the following references:

• World Register of Marine Species
• A taxonomic review of the genus Bermudella (Foraminifera)
• The genus Bermudella (Foraminifera) from the Gulf of Mexico: Taxonomy and paleoecology