Galeripora jurassica
Galeripora jurassica, after Olivier, 1944

Galeripora jurassica  (Olivier, 1944)  n.  comb.
Synonym: Galeripora catinus (Penard, 1890)?

Diagnosis: Shell pyramid-shaped but strongly truncated, in lateral view trapezium-shaped, with 5-8 planes; pseudostome surrounded by about 15 pores, each 1-2 µm in diameter. In dorsal view, there are 5-7 ribs, resembling a star. Dorsal plane polygonal, ventral plane circular.

Dimensions: According to Olivier (1944: Shell diameter 77—90 µm; height 28—34 µm; aperture 15—20 µm.

Habitat: Freshwater. In peat bogs between Hypnaceae.

Geographical distribution: River Doubs, France.

Remarks: This species might be synonymous with G. catinus, which Oliver does not mention at all.

Galeripora jurassica
cf. Galeripora jurassica, dry moss, Netherlands
Galeripora jurassica
cf. Galeripora jurassica, dry moss, Netherlands
Ferry Siemensma, created July 21, 2019; last modified January 11, 2025
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