Cryptops australis explained

Cryptops australis is a species of centipede in the Cryptopidae family. It was first described in 1845 by British entomologist George Newport. It occurs in Australia, New Zealand and Melanesia.^[1]

Description

These small centipedes grow to about 3 cm in length. They inhabit wet forests, where they are found underneath and within rotting logs. Their colouration is orange-brown. They are blind and have 21 pairs of legs.^[2]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Species Cryptops australis Newport, 1845. . Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 13 February 2023.
2. Web site: Blind Scolopendrid Centipede . . 2000 . Australian Museum . AM . 13 February 2023.