The history, authorship and status of Oniscus squilliformis Zimmerman in Cavolini, 1792 (Crustacea: Isopoda: Epicaridea)

Crustaceana 2026

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Authors: Christopher B. Boyko
DOI: 10.1163/15685403-bja10514
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Abstract

Abstract The complex history of Oniscorum squilliformium , Onischi squilliformi , Oniscus squilliformis , and Entoniscus cavolinii is reviewed. Oniscus squilliformis Zimmerman in Cavolini, 1792 is shown to be the senior synonym of Entoniscus cavolinii Giard, 1878, which is the type species of both Entione , Kossmann, 1881 and its junior synonym Grapsion Giard & Bonnier, 1886.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crustacean biology and ecology Marine Biology and Ecology Research Invertebrate Taxonomy and Ecology

Publication details

Journal / source
Crustaceana
Volume
99
Issue
4
Pages
383–388
Publication date
5 February 2026
Language
EN