Order Testacea refers to a group of small, single-celled organisms that live in aquatic environments. These organisms are often used as indicators of water quality, as their presence or absence can provide insight into the level of pollution in a particular body of water. Synonyms for Order Testacea include microfauna, microzooplankton, and ciliated protozoa. These terms are often used interchangeably to refer to the same group of organisms, and can be helpful in describing the various types of single-celled organisms that inhabit aquatic environments. Understanding the different types of microfauna and their role in water quality can be an important aspect of environmental monitoring and management.