Synsphyronus greensladeae explained

Synsphyronus greensladeae 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 greensladeae honours Penny Greenslade for her efforts in collecting pseudoscorpions.[1]

Description

The body length of the male holotype is 3.1 mm; that of a female paratype is 3.9 mm. Colouration is dull reddish-brown.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the southern Eyre Peninsula region of South Australia. The type locality is the summit of the Marble Range, near Wangary.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

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