Parawanichnus Bown et al. 1996

DESCRIPTION: Variable number of domed chambers and very short to long subhorizontal to subvertical tunnels to form an interconnected structure or nest.

BEHAVIOR(S): Polychresichnia (multiple uses including dwelling, reproduction, and agriculture).

ENVIRONMENTAL SETTINGS: Continental terrestrial settings; representing the vadose zone.

POSSIBLE TRACEMAKERS: Ants

GEOLOGIC RANGE: Jurassic-recent.

ADDITIONAL REFERENCES: Hasiotis, 2006

REMARKS: May appear similar to Termitichnus.