Lunaferamita Explained

Lunaferamita is an extinct genus of cystoporate bryozoans of the family Constellariidae, known from the Middle Ordovician. It is distinct from other Constellariidae due to the presence of a lunarium, a quality distinctive to cystoporates. Like other Constellariidae, such as Constellaria, it has star-shaped monticules (bumps) on the surface of its colonies.[1]

Species

The following species are recognized:[2]

Notes and References

  1. Utgaard . John . Lunaferamita, a New Genus of Constellariidae (Bryozoa) with Strong Cystoporate Affinities . Journal of Paleontology . 1981 . 55 . 5 . 1058–1070.
  2. Web site: Lunaferamita Utgaard 1981. Palaeobiology Database.