Why do euglenas have eyespots?

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2007-01-21 04:41:16 · 3 answers · asked by Troy M 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science

So they can see the amoebas coming?

Seriously, it helps them seek out the lighting conditions that they prefer.

2007-01-21 04:44:54 · answer #1 · answered by Gary D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Euglena are photosynthetic, and the eyespots help them detect light so they can move toward the light and make more food.

2007-01-21 04:45:31 · answer #2 · answered by ecolink 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

used to direct themselves towards light.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euglena

2007-01-21 04:45:12 · answer #3 · answered by Yep! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋