Live Specimens

Description:   Members of the Pelomyxa genus look very much like Amoeba. Pelomyxa, however, have many nuclei, whereas Amoeba have only one.

Description:   Black Planaria are a flatworm commonly used in science fair projects. They do not bite and move very slowly, making them easy for young students to observe.

Description:   A fascinating predator to study; as it lies in wait for its prey, its posture makes it appear to be praying, giving the insect its common name.

Description:   Easily compare the different types of structures in a variety of small freshwater crustaceans with this convenient freshwater culture mix.

Description:   A very large Protozoa that graphically demonstrates the basic animal cell.<BR><BR>Live Cultures are supplied with media in 16 x 125 mm tubes, 2 oz. jars, or 8 oz. jars. Fast delivery is available directly from our laboratory. Please specify a delivery date.<BR><BR>Each culture shipment is prepared in our laboratories and includes the "Working with Protozoans" manual which contains detailed instructions for subculturing and use.<BR><BR>Canadian Customers:<BR>CFIA and PHAC regulations require customers to submit a completed inspection checklist and signed statement of facilities compliance before receiving certain cultures. A customer service representative will contact you if documentation is required.<BR><BR>Our cultures undergo strict biochemical screening and are unconditionally guaranteed for species and purity. Each culture is labeled with scientific name, media on which it was cultivated and optimum growth temperature. Although our cultures are considered non-pathogenic, standard bacteriological laboratory procedures should be used at all times. Cultures are available either live for immediate use or freeze-dried for convenient storage until needed. (Please note: We are not responsible for any infection resulting from the use of our cultures.)

Description:   Paramecium bursaria is a ciliate that contains mutualistic algae called Zoochlorella. The algae lives in the cytoplasma of the Paramecium and provides it with food. Paramecium bursaria grows in Dilute Alfalfa Medium (Hay Medium) or Soil Water Medium. Requires light for growth.

Description:   Specially Prepares "Real-Life" Combinations

Description:   Re-create the centuries-old process of food preservation and alcohol production

Description:   Anesthetize Drosophila in their own vial. Not only is a separate anesthetizer not needed, but FlyNap is easier and safer to use than traditional ether doses. Immobilization longevity of 50 minutes. Kit includes: 10mL vial of FlyNap (100 doses), and 12 anesthetic wands. Sold only to schools.

Description:   Consisting of sphagnum peat moss and organic fibers, this clean, odorless, long-lasting bedding won’t pack down.

Description:   <i>Begonia</i> sp. Dicot. A fibrous rooted flowering plant native to the tropics can also be maintained in the classroom. The Rex Begonia has larger, variegated leaves. It is supplied in a pot with care instructions. Size: 4–8".

Description:   Purple Starchy: Purple Sweet: Yellow Starchy: Yelllow Sweet. The result of test crossing the F1 hybrid with the recessive parent (R/r Su/su and r/r su/su).

Description:   Usually <i>Marchantia polymorphum</i>. <i>Marchantia</i> can be used as an example of growth and development of liverworts, as well as to illustrate alternation of generations. Found throughout North America, the plant prefers moist, shaded soil. <i>Marchantia</i> frequently grows where other vegetation has been burned off. It is supplied in a plastic bag with care instructions. Size: 3"x4".