original description: Kleemann K. (2008). Lithophaga (Leiosolenus) purpurea (Bivalvia: Mytilidae): One species becomes three. Club Conchylia Informationen 39 (3-4) : 33-45 [details]
Citation: Bouchet, P.; Gofas, S. (2013). Leiosolenus parapurpureus (Kleemann, 2008). Accessed through: World Register of Marine Species at http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=592565 on 2013-05-18