Eremobates inkopansis

solifuge, sun spider, wind scorpion

Eremobates inkopansis is a of solifuge (order Solifugae), an arachnid group commonly known as sun spiders or wind scorpions. Like other members of the Eremobatidae, this species possesses disproportionately large used to capture and subdue prey. Solifugids are frequently mistaken for scorpions or spiders due to their appearance but represent a distinct arachnid lineage. They are primarily of the arid southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eremobates inkopansis: /ˌɛrɛmoʊˈbeɪtiːz ɪnkɒˈpænsɪs/

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Similar Taxa

  • Eremobates nodularisSame , similar and preference; E. nodularis has been documented from Texas (Gold Mine Canyon area) and may occur sympatrically with E. inkopansis

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