Morphological Studies on Amphora (Bacillariophyceae) From Girna River near Jalgaon Region Maharashtra, India

Abstract: A study was performed to better understand the taxonomy and diversity of the diatom genus Amphora (Bacillariophyceae) from Girna river near Jalgaon regions of Maharashtra, India. Sample were taken from three locations at Girna river near Jalgaon region. Eight Amphora species were observed under Light microscopic (LM). Four were identified to the species level, and four to the variety level. The aim of this investigation is to improve the knowledge of diatoms in Jalgaon region. All Amphora species were taxonomically determined and are described for the first time from these areas. They were listed and presented with morphological descriptions, dimensional information and photographic information.