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Amoeba proteus is commonly found on the bottom mud or on the underside of aquatic vegetation in freshwater, ponds, lakes, and slow-running streams. It lives near the bottom of the pond because it does not like light.
With the help of false feet or pseudopodia, it moves and feeds. The pseudopodia (false feet) are different sizes depending on the circumstance and are capable of protruding or retracting, sometimes fairly quickly. They are broad to cylindrical with blunt rounded tips, and are formed as a result of the cytoplasm flowing forward. These “false feet” are used for movement and to engulf prey– making it an essential part of its structure.* The main diet for an Amoeba is algae, bacteria and other protozoa. |
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*Information from: The Biology Notes; Amoeba proteus - Habitat, Culture and Structures; (https://thebiologynotes.com/amoeba-proteus-habitat-culture-structures/)
