Synsphyronus ejuncidus explained

Synsphyronus ejuncidus is a species of pseudoscorpion in the Garypidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1987 by Australian arachnologist Mark Harvey. The specific epithet ejuncidus (Latin: 'rushlike' or 'slender') refers to the pseudoscorpions’ thin pedipalpal appendages.[1]

Description

The body length of females is 3.4–4.0 mm; that of males is 2.9–3.0 mm. Colouration is light yellowish-brown.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the Northern Territory and Western Australia. The type locality is 8 km south of Knob Peak on Carlton Hill Station in the east Kimberley region. It has also been recorded from Wigley Waterhole on the Todd River, 8 km north of Alice Springs.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Synsphyronus ejuncidus Harvey, 1987. . 2023-10-09. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-10-25.