Apozomus rupina explained

Apozomus rupina is a species of short-tailed whip-scorpions, also known as schizomids, in the Hubbardiidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1992 by Australian arachnologist Mark Harvey.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the Northern Territory. The type locality is Butterfly Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge). The schizomids were found in open forest plant litter.[1]

Behaviour

The short-tailed whip-scorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Apozomus rupina Harvey, 1992. . 2020-12-24. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-12-04.