Order ANTHOATHECATA Cornelius, 1992
Introduction
The Hydrozoan order Anthoathecata is comprised of two suborders Filifera and Capitata. Bouillon et al (2006) describe approximately 1,140 valid species, and define this suborder taxonomically based on a lack of statocysts (a sensory/balance organ) on medusae and gametogenic tissue is confined to the manubrium.
General References
Collins, A.G. 2002. Phylogeny of Medusozoa and the evolution of cnidarian life cycles. Journal of Evolutionary Biology 15: 418–432
Cornelius, P.F.S. 1992. The Azores hydroid fauna and its origin, with discussion of rafting and medusa suppression. Arquipélago. Life & Earth Sciences 10: 75-99
History of changes
Note that this list may be incomplete for dates prior to September 2013.
| Published | As part of group | Action Date | Action Type | Compiler(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03-Sep-2018 | HYDROZOA Owen, 1843 | 12-Jul-2017 | MODIFIED | Dr Narissa Bax |
| 05-Aug-2022 | 17-Apr-2012 | MOVED | ||
| 05-Aug-2022 | 07-Oct-2011 | MODIFIED | ||
| 26-Jul-2011 | (import) |