Bomolithus elegans P.H.Roth 1973
Publication Details
Bomolithus elegans P.H.Roth 1973: 734, pl. 15: figs. 1-6
Published in: Roth, P.H. (1973). Calcareous Nannofossils—Leg 17, Deep Sea Drilling Project. Initial Reports of the Deep Sea Drilling Project 17(23): 695-795, 9 tables, 27 plates.
Publication date: 1973
Type Species
This is the type species (holotype) of the genus Bomolithus.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Heliolithus elegans (P.H.Roth) A.J.T.Romein.
Type Information
Central Pacific Ocean. Magellan Rise. Paleocene DSDP 167-38, CC.;
Fossil
Described as a fossil.
Origin of Species Name
Adjective B (Latin), elegant (Stearn 1973).
General Environment
This is a marine species.
Created: 13 March 2006 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 14 April 2023
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E.A. Molinari Novoa in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 14 April 2023. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 02 May 2024