Lyosphaera Evermann [B. W.] & Kendall [W. C.] 1898:131 Fem. Lyosphaera globosa Evermann & Kendall 1898. Type by original designation (also monotypic). •Mention for 5 Atlantic species -- (Leis 2006:78 [ref. 28932]). •In the synonymy of a temporary category "Atlantic Chilomycterus" -- (Leis 2006:82 [ref. 28932]). Current status: Uncertain as Chilomycterus. Diodontidae.