Gastrotricha of North America. II. Four new species of Ichthydium from Michigan

TitleGastrotricha of North America. II. Four new species of Ichthydium from Michigan
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication1949
AuthorsBrunson RBruce
JournalPapers of the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts and Letters
Volume33
Pagination59-62
KeywordsSPECIES
Abstract

Members of the genus Ichthydium are characterized by a thin, smooth cuticular body covering, which is devoid of scales or spines, with the possible exception of one or two pairs of tactile bristles. The species described in this paper raises to nineteen the number of those known in this genus. Seven type species are included in the eight species which have been reported from Michigan. The type specimens will be deposited in the United States National Museum.