Английская Википедия:Aprostatum clippertoni

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Aprostatum clippertoni is a species of flatworm belonging to the family Euplanidae.[1] It is found in the Northern Pacific Ocean.

Description

A. clippertoni has been observed to reach up to 17 mm in length, and about 7 mm wide. Its eyes are loosely arranged and cerebral. The penis papilla is small with a pocket, a sheath, and a short stylet. The vagina is long and muscular with an S-bend. A small Lang's vesicle is present, and the genital pores are separated.[2]

Etymology

Though not explicitly stated in the original description, the specific epithet of clippertoni is almost certainly derived from Clipperton Island, where the type specimen was found.[2]

Distribution

A. clippertoni is known to be found in the Pacific Ocean around Clipperton Island.[2]

References

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  2. 2,0 2,1 2,2 Hyman, L. H. (1939). Polyclad worms collected on the presidential cruise of 1938. Smithsonian miscellaneous collections. 98 (17): 1–13