What is another word for ciliata?
Pronunciation: [sˌɪlɪˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Ciliata is a class of protozoa characterized by the presence of cilia, hair-like structures that extend from the cell surface and are used for movement. In the scientific literature, ciliata are often referred to by a variety of synonyms, including ciliate, ciliated protozoan, and ciliophoran. Other terms that may be used to describe ciliata include water flea, protozoan, or unicellular organism. Despite the variety of names used to describe these organisms, the common feature shared by all ciliata is their ability to use cilia to move through water or other fluids, and to capture food particles through filtration.
