Veeniacytheris Ibnalhathamii and Veenia (Veenia) Ibnalhazmi: Two New Ostracode Species from the Upper Cretaceous of Iraq

Veeniacythereis ibnulhaithami sp. nov., a new ostracode species of Veeniacythereis Gruendel, 1968, was regarded as characteristic species for the Upper Cretaceous rocks (Upper Turonian—Santonian) in Iraq.

“Veenia (Veenia) ibnalkazmi a new ostracode species of Veenia (Veenia) Butler and Jones, 1957; was recorded from Upper Turonian – Coniacian age of Iraq.

The two species are described in detail and their stratigraphic range, taxonomy and occurrence are discussed.