Species

Planolites priapus Marintsch et Finks, 1982

Taxon description

Marintsch & Finks, 1982

Diagnosis.-Burrow larger than other known species of Planolites (25-38 mm), predominantly straight, compressed parallel to bedding, and with smooth and linear walls.

Description.-Burrow is compressed parallel to bedding. Tunnel is smooth and commonly lined with dark clay-sized particles. Burrow diameter may vary slightly along its length which may be quite long, reaching one to two feet. Burrow walls usually exceedingly linear over entire burrow length.

Synonyymit
1982     Planolites priapus n. sp. — Marintsch & Finks , pp. 1066, fig. P1. 3:4; 4:9; Text-fig. 40