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Davis, D. (1984). Olavius cornuatus sp.n. (Oligochaeta, Tubificidae) from Georges Bank (NW Atlantic). Zoologica Scripta. 13(4): 273-275.
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Davis, D.
1984
Olavius cornuatus sp.n. (Oligochaeta, Tubificidae) from Georges Bank (NW Atlantic)
Zoologica Scripta
13(4): 273-275
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Olavius cornuatus sp.n. is described from Georges Bank off Massachusetts. It is distinguished from other species of Olavius Erseus, 1984 by its curved, horn-shaped atria ending in large. protrusible penes and up to six ectally hooked penial setae per bundle.
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Olavius cornuatus Davis, 1984 (original description)
Holotype USNM 97242, geounit Georges Bank, identified as Olavius cornuatus Davis, 1984
Etymology
The name cornuafus is Latin for "horn-shaped", referring to the shape of the atria of this species [details]