Chrysopathes Opresko, 2003

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Genus Chrysopathes Opresko, 2003

Type-species. Chrysopathes formosa Opresko, 2003 (by original designation).

Diagnosis. “Primary pinnules arranged in six rows and also in alternating biserial groups of three pinnules each. In each group of three, lateral pinnule more distal than anterior or posterior pinnule. Subpinnules confined to anterior primary pinnules or present on lateral and posterior primaries as well. Subpinnules arranged irregularly, alternately, or in subopposite pairs. Secondary pinnules usually shorter than primary pinnules” ( Opresko & Loiola, 2008).

Distribution. Pacific Ocean (Opresko, 2003), and western Atlantic ( Opresko & Loiola, 2008).