When the Stentor is first dropped on the slide, it appears to have some trouble finding a good spot to settle down. This composite shows four images of the same Stentor as it wanders about the water drop. Some will wander around for several minutes before they find a suitable open area. In the final image it appears comfortable, and has settled into its spot - fully extended, mouth open, with the cilia swirling food into its mouth. Back To Image Index Page