Tyrannochthonius billhumphreysi explained

Tyrannochthonius billhumphreysi is a species of pseudoscorpion in the Chthoniidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2008 by Australian arachnologists Karen Edward and Mark Harvey.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the Murchison bioregion of Western Australia. The type locality is a borehole on Sturt Meadows Station, some 40 km north-west of Leonora.[1]

Behaviour

The arachnids are cave-dwelling, terrestrial predators.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Tyrannochthonius billhumphreysi Edward & Harvey, 2008. . 2022-05-10. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-10-03.