Order MYOPSIDA
Compiler and date details
C.C. Lu, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung, Taiwan
Introduction
The suborder Myopsida comprises two families; the monotypic Australiteuthidae and the speciose Loliginidae. Both families are recorded from Australian waters.
Diagnosis
Eyes covered by a transparent membrane (cornea), except for a tiny hole, the 'lacrimal pore'. Mantle muscular. Buccal connectives seven-pointed and connect to the ventral arms on the ventral border. Left oviduct only developed. Paired, nidamental glands and accessory nidamental glands present. One or both ventral arms hectocotylised.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-Mar-2014 | TEUTHIDA | 20-Mar-2014 | MODIFIED | Dr Julian Finn (NMV) |
| 12-Feb-2010 | (import) |