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Guide to Diprora haenaensis

Main 2003

Diprora Hanaensis
Credit: Steve Main
  1. Single row of pores along margin
  2. Frustules joined in filaments
  3. Valve mantle with apical prow
  4. Cingulum open

Valves are linear with broad, rounded ends. The smallest valves within the size series are nearly circular. A single row of pores is present along the valve margin. Frustules are joined into filaments. The valve mantle is extended to form apical prows, a feature visible in girdle view.