What is another word for mastigophora?
Pronunciation: [mˈastɪɡˌɒfɔːɹə] (IPA) 
Mastigophora is a term used in biology to describe a group of organisms that possess flagella or whiplike appendages for movement. There are many synonyms for this term, including flagellates, flagellated protozoa, and zoomastigophora. These organisms are found in diverse environments, ranging from freshwater to marine habitats, and play important roles in food webs both as predators and prey. Some common examples of mastigophora include trypanosomes, which cause diseases such as sleeping sickness and Chagas disease, and Euglena, a photosynthetic organism commonly found in ponds and aquariums. Understanding the diversity and functions of these organisms is crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems and developing effective disease treatments.
