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Seminavis robusta is smaller in length and width. It has a nearly straight to slightly inflated ventral margin, greater stria density, a narrower dorsal axial area, and longer ventral striae.

Seminavis basilica has a semi-rhombic-lanceolate valve shape, a narrower axial area, and much higher stria density.

LM scalebar = 10 µm
Seminavis eulensteinii LM1 Seminavis eulensteinii LM5 Seminavis eulensteinii LM6 Seminavis eulensteinii LM3 Seminavis eulensteinii LM4 Seminavis eulensteinii LM7 Seminavis eulensteinii LM2
Length Range
75-167 µm
Width Range
11.4-15.4 µm
Striae in 10 µm
Dorsal: 10-11 in the center, 11 striae near the ends. Ventral: 10-11 in the center, 12 near the ends.

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Seminavis robusta

Danielidis and Mann

Seminavis basilica

Danielidis

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