Pseudotyrannochthonius giganteus explained

Pseudotyrannochthonius giganteus is a species of pseudoscorpion in the Pseudotyrannochthoniidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1971 by Austrian arachnologist Max Beier.[1]

Description

The body length of the female holotype is 3 mm; that of the paratype males is 2.2–2.5 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in south-west Western Australia. The type locality is Calgardup Cave, near Augusta in the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. The type specimens were collected from the final chamber on roots hanging from the cave ceiling.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are cave-dwelling, terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Pseudotyrannochthonius giganteus Beier, 1971. . 2022-05-10. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-10-08.