Neopseudogarypus Explained

Neopseudogarypus is a monotypic genus of pseudoscorpions in the family Pseudogarypidae. It was described in 1948 by J. C. H. Morris. It is endemic to Australia.[1]

Species

The sole species is Neopseudogarypus scutellatus Morris, 1948[2]

Description

The body length of the holotype female is 2.59 mm; that of a male paratype is 2.415 mm. The colour is yellowish-brown.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in northern Tasmania. The type specimens were collected from the undersurfaces of stones on the hills between Glen Dhu and Trevallyn, near Launceston.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Genus Neopseudogarypus Morris, 1948 . . 2022-05-10. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-10-10.
  2. Web site: 2023 . Genus: Neopseudogarypus Morris, 1948. World Pseudoscorpiones Catalog . Naturhistorisches Museum Bern . 2023-10-10.