Hemerotrecha hanfordana

Brookhart & Cushing, 2008

Hemerotrecha hanfordana is a of solifuge, commonly known as a sun spider or wind scorpion, described in 2008 from the Hemerotrecha in the Eremobatidae. Like other members of its order, it is a fast-moving, arachnid adapted to arid environments. The species name references the Hanford area in Washington State, where the was collected.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hemerotrecha hanfordana: /hɛmɛroʊˈtrɛkə hænfɔrˈdænə/

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Habitat

Arid and semi-arid environments characteristic of the Eremobatidae ; specific microhabitat preferences for this are not documented.

Distribution

Known from the Pacific Northwest region of North America; type locality is in Washington State, USA.

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