Question

In which species of Paramecium, autogamy is found?

• A. Paramecium caudatum
• B. Paramecium Aurelia
• C. Paramecium furs aria
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

A process of nuclear reorganization in Paramecium aurelia resembling conjugation but taking place within asingle individual is called as autogamy or self conjugation by W.F. Diller $(1936)$. Cytogamy is reported in Paramecium caudatum by R. Wichterman $(1940)$. This is a sexual process without nuclear exchange.