Linkenchelys Smith [D. G.] 1989:78 Fem. Linkenchelys multipora Smith 1989. Type by original designation (also monotypic). •Valid as Linkenchelys Smith 1989 -- (Smith 2003:723 [ref. 26989]). Current status: Valid as Linkenchelys Smith 1989. Synaphobranchidae: Ilyophinae.