Suctorians: The Ugly Duckling of Ciliates

Suctorians are unique microbes that differ from typical ciliates due to their lack of cilia in adulthood. They use tentacles for hunting and feeding, employing a polystomy method. Despite lacking a cytoproct, they have devised unique waste disposal methods. Suctorians are classified as ciliates because their young, called swarmers, possess cilia. This lifecycle allows them to spread and adapt, showcasing the diversity within the ciliate family.

What role do the tentacles of suck taurians play in their survival?

Why are young suck taurians considered ciliates despite their differences?

How does the life cycle of suck taurians illustrate the diversity of ciliates?