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Record # 10408
Author
Title
Journal
Kenk R (1944)
The fresh-water triclads of Michigan.
Miscell Public Mus Zool Univ Mich (60):1-44

Abstract / Notes

A general study of the triclads known to occur in Michigan. 7 spp. are recorded and an eighth listed as
tentative. One, Phagocata vernalis (Planariidae), is an inhabitant of temporary pools and has most probably
been confused with P. velata, an inhabitant of springs and spring-fed pools, in previous life history and
distributional studies. The external features, anatomical features, taxonomy, ecology and distribution in
Michigan are discussed in some detail for each sp



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