Synsphyronus tenuis explained

Synsphyronus tenuis is a species of pseudoscorpion in the Garypidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2022 by Australian arachnologist Mark Harvey. The specific epithet tenuis (Latin: 'thin') refers to the species’ extremely slender appendages.[1]

Description

Body lengths of males are 3.44–3.74 mm; those of females 3.66–4.29 mm. Colouration is generally yellowish-brown.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in south-west Western Australia in the Geraldton Sandplains bioregion. The type locality is Kalbarri National Park, where the pseudoscorpions were found beneath sandstone rocks.[1]

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Synsphyronus tenuis Harvey, 2022. . 2023-10-09. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-10-29.