Protogarypinus dissimilis explained

Protogarypinus dissimilis is a species of pseudoscorpion in the Garypinidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1975 by Austrian arachnologist Max Beier.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in South Australia. The type locality is Alligator Gorge in Mount Remarkable National Park, where the pseudoscorpions were found in plant litter.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Protogarypinus dissimilis Beier, 1975. . 2023-10-09. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-11-26.