Carbayo, F. (2010). A new genus for seven Brazilian land planarian species, split off from Notogynaphallia (Platyhelminthes, Tricladida). Belgian Journal of Zoology, 140: 91-101(Supplement)

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Carbayo, F.

2010

140: 91-101(Supplement)

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Special attention is given to cephalic structures of a species complex within the Notogynaphallia (Platyhelminthes, Tricladida). Notogynaphallia muelleri is redescribed. The species possesses a cephalic musculo-glandular organ. Its glandular and muscular organization are similar to that previously observed in N. caissara and N. fita and to that herein described for N. abundans, N. ceciliae, N. ernesti, and N. graffi. Based on these unique cephalic specializations, a new genus is proposed for these seven species. Functionally, the musculo-glandular organ may be an adaptation for capturing and holding prey.

Brazil

Systematics, Taxonomy

Platyhelminthes

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