Lasanius

Lasanius is a genus of basal anaspida from the Late Silurian. Its fossils are around 27 mm to 40 mm in length.

Life reconstruction of Lasanius problematicus

Lasanius
Temporal range: Late Silurian
Lasanius problematicus
Scientific classification
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†Lasaniidae
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Lasanius

Traquair 1898
Type species
Lasanius problematicus
Traquair 1898
Species
  • L. altus Smith 1958
  • L. armatus Traquair 1899
  • L. problematicus Traquair 1898

Fossils have been found in Late Silurian-aged strata in Ayrshire, Muirkirk, Scotland and Seggholm.

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