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Case 3695: Dimetrodon Cope, 1878 (Synapsida, Sphenacodontidae): proposed conservation by reversal of precedence with Bathygnathus Leidy, 1853

Status of Case:Resolved (Opinion Issued)
Date Published:12/2015
Authors: Brink, K. S.
Volume and Issue:72/4
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Keywords: Nomenclature, taxonomy, Synapsida, SPHENACODONTOIDEA, SPHENACODONTIDAE, Bathygnathus, Bathygnathus borealis, Dimetrodon, Permian, Canada, U.S.A.
Taxonomic Group(s): Synapsida
Abstract:

The purpose of this application, under Article 23.9.3 of the Code, is to conserve the widely used generic name Dimetrodon Cope, 1878 (Sphenacodontoidea, Sphenacodontidae). The name Dimetrodon is threatened by its senior subjective synonym Bathygnathus Leidy, 1853. The name Dimetrodon has become widely accepted and is in prevailing usage. It is proposed that Dimetrodon be given precedence over Bathygnathus whenever these names are considered to be synonyms.

Full Text:

https://doi.org/10.21805/bzn.v72i4.a17

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Opinion 2446: Opinion 2446 (Case 3695) – Dimetrodon Cope, 1878 (Synapsida, Sphenocodontidae): name conserved
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Date Published:12/2019
Authors: ICZN
Volume and Issue:76/
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http://dx.doi.org/10.21805/bzn.v76.a063

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