Protocucurbitella mitrata
after Chardez, 1987

Netzelia mitrata (Chardez, 1987) new comb.
= Protocucurbitella mitrata Chardez, 1987

Diagnosis: Shell broad, circular in cross section, with rounded flanks accumulating towards the bottom in a more or less pronounced point. The circular pseudostome is bordered by stony elements forming an irregular denticulation, under which, in apical view, a diaphragm is visible, leaving an opening of a very large diameter. The coating is formed of polymorphous mineral plates with little overflow.

Dimensions: Height 166-190 µm ; diameter 127-130 µm ; diameter of the pseudostome 75-84 µm.

Habitat: muddy sapropel, bottom of large water features (Lake Virelles, Belgium).

Ferry Siemensma, created March 3, 2019; last modified October 16, 2024
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