It's a Cladoceran

Round/oblong body, gut tract, 1st antennae extend from rostrum and are inferior to eye spot, 2nd antennae may be visible
Next: Look at the body shape and the absence/ presence of a head region

Option 1

Globular (round) body

No distinct “head” region

No spines or setae at distal end of body

2nd antennae may not be distinguishable

CladoceranRound

Option 2

Globular or oblong body shape

Distinct head region

2nd antennae may be more visible

May have spines or setae towards bottom of body

CladoceranOblong

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