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Brachysira neoexilis var. neoexilis Morph.4

Brachysira neoexilis var. neoexilis  Morph.4


Authority:
Lange-Bertalot
Year:
1986
References:
Lange-Bertalot H. & Moser G. (1994):"Brachysira. Monographie der gattung", p.51, Taf.46, fig.24
Synonyms:
Navicula exilis, Anomoeoneis exilis, Navicula variabilis var. capitata, Anomoeoneis fo.undulata
Ecological Preference:
Fresh
Description:
Valve features are as in morphotype 01, but is more truncate, with rostrate ends that seem to be sigmoidal in orientation; this morph is on the lower end of the range for lengths
Projects:
  • Southeast Florida Coastal Mangroves
  • Dosing Project
  • CERP
  • Transect Project


  • Sample localities:
  • Water Conservation Areas (WCAs)