University of California
Ucmp: Introduction to the Rotifera
Very good introduction to the biology of these little creatures. Includes good pictures and nice background information.
Florida State University
Florida State University: Pond Life
Explore the microscopic organisms that live in the freshwater ponds with this video collection. These video clips feature unicellular organisms, from under the microscope, showing off their daily activities. Collection includes videos of...
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Rotifers and How to Find Them
Interesting discussion of rotifer anatomy, habitat, feeding habits, locomotion, and species.
Other
Micrographia: Bdelloid Rotifers
Information on Bdelloid rotifers, the most commonly found variety of rotifer found in fresh water. Includes pictures and example of rotifers.
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Rotifers
Good simple coverage of rotifers. Good images and explanations of the phyla's general characteristics.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Biology: Roundworms and Rotifers: Self Check Quiz
This multiple-choice quiz on roundworms and rotifers allows students to get hints for each question and check their answers after submitting.
Florida State University
Florida State University: Collotheca (Rotifera) Movies
Select from one of two movies which depict a rotifer feeding while traveling slowly in pond environment. Background information is provided on rotifers in this interesting site.
My Science Site
Pond Water Plants and Animals [Pdf]
This resource depicts some pond water plants and animals one might happen to spot while peering through their microscope lense. This resource is in PDF form; requires Adobe Reader.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Classification and Characteristics of Rotifers
Outlines the classification hierarchy of the phylum Rotifera and describes their characteristics and anatomy. Rotifera have survived for up to 80 million years and continue to play an important role in ecological systems.