Euglypha simplex

E. simplex, after Coûteaux et al., 1979)

Euglypha simplex  Decloitre, 1965

Diagnosis: Shell ovoid, compressed in cross section, without spines. The apertural plates are lanceolate, consisting of two parts: on the side facing the aperture, there are 1 large and 4 tiny spines.

Dimensions: Decloitre (1965): Shell length 43—59 µm; width 22—36 µm.

Ecology: Moist green mosses, soils.

Ferry Siemensma, created January 5, 2022; last modified January 09, 2025
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