2. Protists A Very diverse group with many variations (3 types)

3. 1. Animal-like Heterotrophs Most can move Another name = protozoans (unicellular) 4 types: 1. Sarcodines - with pseudopods (false feet) 2. Ciliates – with cilia 3. Flagellates - with flagella 4. Parasites – feed on other cells (example = Plasmodium)

4. 2. Plant-like Known as algae Autotrophs Vary greatly in size Uni- and multicellular Come in different colors due to pigments Examples: diatoms, dinoflagellates, euglenoids, and red, green, or brown algae

5. 3. Fungus-like  Heterotrophs  Have cell walls  Use spores to reproduce  Can move  3 types: slime molds, water molds, downy mildews