Occurrence of Botryococcus terribilis Komárek & Marvan in a small sandpit lake: The first report from Serbia

Alkaline saline ponds and lakes are habitats with unique biodiversity. The green alga of the genus Botryococcus was accidentally discovered during a micro-algal survey these in Serbia. Species B. terribilis found identified for first time Serbia small sandpit lake Rusanda Nature Park. sampling incomplete due to unknown origin orange-red surface scum. After identity species had been confirmed, three additional samplings were conducted aiming collect phytoplankton water samples physical chemical analyses. Major anions cations analysed order characterize type lake, as well nutrient content. Sandpit is an alkaline body that belongs sodium bicarbonate type. Morphometric analysis performed using light transmission electron microscopy. be numerous community late autumn winter. from known rich source different lipids this discovery can step further biotechnological application sustainable biofuel production.