Paranonychus brunneus is an armoured harvestman (Order Opiliones) in the Paranonychidae. The was originally described as Sclerobunus brunneus by Banks in 1893 and later transferred to Paranonychus. It is found in western North America, with records from Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, and Alaska. The species belongs to the suborder Laniatores, characterized by relatively short legs and heavily sclerotized body armor.
Images
Distribution
Western North America: Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, and Alaska. Specific locality records include British Columbia, Clackamas County (Oregon), Columbia County (Oregon), Jefferson County (Oregon), and Kittitas County (Washington).
More Details
Taxonomic history
Originally described as Sclerobunus brunneus Banks, 1893. The was subsequently transferred to the Paranonychus. The basionym Sclerobunus brunneus is recorded in NCBI .