Calicina galena
Ubick & Briggs, 1989
armoured harvestman
Calicina galena is a of armoured ( ) in the Phalangodidae. It was described by Ubick and Briggs in 1989 and is known from North America. As a member of the Laniatores suborder, it possesses the characteristic armoured body form typical of this diverse group of .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Calicina galena: /kəˈlɪkɪnə ɡəˈliːnə/
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Identification
Specific identification characters for C. galena are not documented in available sources. Within the Calicina and Phalangodidae, identification typically requires examination of fine morphological details including cheliceral structure, armature, tarsal segmentation, and . Distinction from congeneric species would require direct comparison with or detailed original description.
Appearance
As an armoured in the Phalangodidae, C. galena possesses a hardened, shield-like body structure. Members of this family typically exhibit the classic harvestman body plan with a and appearing as a single oval or elongated structure, supported by long, slender legs. The 'armoured' designation refers to the well-sclerotized, often sculptured that provides protection.
Distribution
North America. Specific regional distribution within North America is not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic History
Calicina galena was formally described by Darrell Ubick and Thomas S. Briggs in 1989. The Calicina is part of the diverse fauna of western North America, with many exhibiting narrow geographic distributions.
Observation Records
The has been documented in iNaturalist with 5 observation records, indicating it is encountered infrequently or has a restricted range.