Uroctonites montereus
(Gertsch & Soleglad, 1972)
Uroctonites montereus is a in the Vaejovidae, described from Monterey County, California. It belongs to a of small to medium-sized scorpions found in western North America. The species is part of a taxonomic group that has undergone significant revision, with Uroctonites species historically classified under different genera.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Uroctonites montereus: /jʊəˌɒktəˈnaɪtiːz mɒnˈtɛriːəs/
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Distribution
Known from Monterey County, California, USA. The specific epithet references the type locality.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Vaejovis montereus by Gertsch & Soleglad in 1972. Later transferred to the Uroctonites, which was revalidated as a distinct genus separate from Vaejovis based on morphological and molecular data. The genus Uroctonites is to California and adjacent regions.