Greyscale Algae

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Greyscale Algae
(Leucomelanus cameleois)
Main image of Greyscale Algae
Species is extinct.
13/88, replaced by descendant
Information
CreatorYannick Other
Week/Generation13/85
HabitatYokto Coast
SizeMicroscopic
Primary MobilitySessile, Planktonic
SupportUnknown
DietPhotosynthesis
RespirationUnknown
ThermoregulationEctotherm
ReproductionMitosis
Taxonomy
Domain
Kingdom
Phylum
Class
Order
Family
Genus
Species
Eukaryota
Melanophyta
Melanophycae
Camophoropsida
Leucomelanales
Leucomelanaceae
Leucomelanus
Leucomelanus cameleois
Ancestor:Descendants:

The Grayscale Algae has developed a revolutionary technique. Using 'camoplasts' they have two phases: a black phase for energy absorption, then they become white when overheating. Thanks to this, they can survive in the warmer Yokto Coast without overheating.

Living Relatives (click to show/hide)

These are randomly selected, and organized from lowest to highest shared taxon. (This may correspond to similarity more than actual relation)