Notozomus jacquelinae explained

Notozomus jacquelinae 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 2000 by Australian arachnologist Mark Harvey. The specific epithet jacquelinae honours Jacqueline Heurtault (1936-2000) for her contributions to arachnology.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in North Queensland, inhabiting plant litter in closed forest habitats. The type locality is Mount Abbot, some 50 km west-south-west of Bowen and 975 km north-west of Brisbane.[1]

Behaviour

The arachnids are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Notozomus jacquelinae Harvey, 2000. . 2020-12-24. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-09-28.