Diplocentrus whitei
(Gervais, 1844)
Big Bend Scorpion
A in the Diplocentridae, found in Middle America and North America. Known by the Big Bend Scorpion, referencing its association with the Big Bend region of Texas. The species was first described by Gervais in 1844. Limited detailed biological information is available in the provided sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Diplocentrus whitei: /ˌdɪploʊˈsɛntrəs ˈwaɪti/
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Distribution
Middle America and North America. Specific records indicate presence in the Big Bend region of Texas, USA.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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