Crosbyella spinturnix
(Crosby & Bishop, 1924)
Crosbyella spinturnix is a of armoured harvestman in the Phalangodidae, described by Crosby and Bishop in 1924. Originally placed in the Phalangodes, it was later transferred to Crosbyella. As a member of the suborder Laniatores, it possesses hardened body armour characteristic of this group. The species is documented from North America, though detailed ecological and behavioral studies appear limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Crosbyella spinturnix: /ˌkrɒzbiˈɛlə spɪnˈtɜrnɪks/
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Distribution
North America. Specific locality records are sparse in the available sources.
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Original description
First described as Phalangodes spinturnix by Crosby and Bishop in 1924, indicating a subsequent taxonomic revision moved it to the Crosbyella.
Taxonomic placement
Classified in the infraorder Grassatores within Laniatores, placing it among the more derived armoured harvestmen.