Study Of Spirotricha Ciliates For Their Occurrence In An Artificial Water Body In The Campus Of Kisan Veer Mahavidyalaya, Wai, During June 2017 To February 2018

The species composition population and diversity of protozoans in an artificial water body in the campus of Kisan Veer Mahavidyalaya, Wai, Dist. Satara, Maharashtra, during June 2017 to February 2018 has been studied. Strikingly in comparison to other protozoan species so far studied Spirotricha representatives of class ciliate found to be overpopulated throughout the period of study. Three varieties of the genus Spirostomum and three varieties of genus Stentor found and are discussed here. Live recording also have been made to observe movements and behavioral patterns. Abbott 5MP digital eyepiece and objectives of 10X and 40X were used for the purpose. Ecological role of spirotrichs discussed.