Notozomus aterpes explained

Notozomus aterpes is a species of schizomid arachnid (commonly known as short-tailed whip-scorpions) 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 Far North Queensland. The type locality is 2 km west-north-west of Cape Tribulation.[1]

Behaviour

The arachnids are terrestrial predators inhabiting plant litter in closed forest habitats.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Notozomus aterpes Harvey, 1992. . 2020-12-24. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-09-26.