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Paraspirifer
Classification:
Phylum:Brachiopoda
Class:   Articulata
Order:      Spiriferida
Genus:         Paraspirifer
Details:
 
Stratigraphic age range:

Devonian

Habit:Marine epifaunal

Feeding style:Suspension feeder

Distinguishing
characteristics:
Very large/prominent fold and sulcus. Also has larger costae and a strophic hinge line. Biconvex shell shape with plications.

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