Synsphyronus samueli explained

Synsphyronus samueli is a species of pseudoscorpion in the Garypidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2021 by Australian arachnologists Karen Cullen and Mark Harvey. The specific epithet samueli honours the senior author’s son, Sam Cullen.[1]

Description

The body length of the male holotype is 3.38 mm. Colouration is generally reddish-brown with paired darker patches.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the Pilbara region of North West Australia. The type locality is the Cane River Conservation Park. The pseudoscorpions were found under rocks beneath a fig tree.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Synsphyronus samueli Cullen & Harvey, 2021. . 2023-10-09. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-10-31.