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Due to illness, Jones Biomedicals is suspending requests for live materials effective immediately through October 3,2011. This information may be updated as needed. We apologize for any inconvenience.
 
Our cultures are well suited for the biology teacher, science student, hobbyist, or other biology enthusiasts, at very reasonable prices. You are welcome to e-mail us about unlisted items or international shippinq quotes. More ordering details

Botany /Protozoa and more /Land snails 

Definitions: A "class of 30" refers to a culture, usually sold in a 4-oz jar, that is suitable for 30 persons to study. Instructions provided with orders of live single and mixed cultures are designed to help sustain organisms for only a few days. To grow biological cultures for a longer period, e-mail us for culturing recommendations.

Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Order today while supplies last. Note: Substitutions of cultures included in sets and mixture items may be provided.

 

For unlisted items, ask for our printed catalog with your minimum order of US$25.00, excluding tax and shipping.

 Botany
 

Photo courtesy of "spicy walnut"
 
Single algal cultures: Class of 30...US$6.75 each
#AL1001 Anabaena
#AL1011 Nostoc
#AL1015 Oscillatoria
#AL1040 Chlamydomonas
#AL1067 Spirogyra
 
Mixed Algae. Five algae in 1 jar, our selection.
#AL1073 Class of 30...US$10.99
Algae Set I For high school introductory courses. Consists of individual cultures of Chlamydomonas, Oedogonium, Oscillatoria, Spirogyra, and Volvox. #AL900 Class of 30...US$23.50

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Protozoa

Protozoa- Single Cultures: Class of 30...US$6.75 each

#LO-48 Euglena
#LO-61 Amoeba proteus
#LO-75 Paramecium multimicronucleatum. Among the largest.
#LO-80 Blepharisma. A pink protozoan.
#LO-92 Stentor. A lovely blue-green ciliate.

Protozoan Mixtures

Mixed Protozoa. At least 6 species of protozoa in one jar.
#LO-57 Class of 30...US$9.98

Pond Sample. Do you think a pond is just water with green stuff? Guess again. A freshwater pond may be teeming with an assortment of organisms, like protozoa, algae, rotifers, etc. These thrive in water, and you can save time in teaching about a variety of organisms for weeks. Some organisms don't require the use of a microscope! This item is suitable for students from grade school through college level, too. Shipped in a 4-ounce jar with water, your pond sample is plentiful for 30 students to enjoy.

#LO-93 Class of 30...US$10.15

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Colored Protozoa. Stimulates interest in unicellular organisms. One jar contains: Euglena, Stentor, P. bursaria and Blepharisma.
#LO-99A Class of 30...US$7.69
 

Basic Protozoan Set.  Six individually labeled cultures of our choice, with illustrationsMay include Amoeba, Chilomonas,  Euglena, or Paramecium.  Suitable for a class of 30.   #LO-105  Set ...US$28.50

Roundworms

Vinegar eels. Also known as Turbatrix aceti.
#LO-109 Class of 30...US$6.03
 
Rotifers
Philodina.   Can survive for long periods. #LO-112  Class of 30...US$6.48


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Mollusks

California Helix Land Snails. Good for observing behavior. Study snail response to various environments: dry, moist, and salty. Your order includes study suggestions on snail behavior.
Photo courtesy of  macrophile / John D. (Flicker)
 
Please Note:
The only states where we can ship live Helix snails outside California are Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington, with an approved USDA permit.
Customers whose shipping destination is in one of the above four states are required to submit an approved permit to receive orders of live land snails from us.
If your shipping destination is within one of the above states, you may apply for a permit by downloading form PPQ 526 at the APHIS.USDA.GOV website. Please mail or fax an approved permit copy for our records, at the time of ordering. California residents do not need a permit to receive shipments of live Helix.

#LO-121 Dozen... US$16.00     Per 25...US$29.00

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TIP: If your shipping destination is NOT located in one of the above listed states, try searching online for a biological supply company in your area.

 
IMPORTANT
Please be aware that a USDA permit is required for live snails to be shipped to Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington. Live snails will only be shipped to these states and within California. Download a permit application form PPQ 526 at the APHIS.USDA.GOV website.
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