''Lenkunya'' is a

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Description

Species of the genus ''Lenkunya'' are characterized by having body that is broadly convex dorsally and flat ventrally. The creeping sole occupies 70–80% of the body width. The eyes form a single row around the anterior tip, are crowded antero-laterally and continue posteriorly in a staggered row. The parenchymal musculature is strong and includes a ring zone of circulo-oblique fibers. The copulatory apparatus has a well-developed penis papilla and lacks adenodactyls or other accessory glands.BHL
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Etymology

The name ''Lenkunya'' comes from an aboriginal word meaning beautiful.

Species

The genus ''Lenkunya'' includes the following species:

References

{{Taxonbar, from=Q18520620 Geoplanidae Rhabditophora genera