Polykatianna radicula
(Maynard, EA, 1951)
Polykatianna radicula is a globular springtail in the Katiannidae, described by E.A. Maynard in 1951. It belongs to the order Symphypleona, characterized by a rounded, compact body form. Records indicate a distribution in the Caribbean and southern North America. Only five observations have been documented on iNaturalist, suggesting it is rarely encountered or understudied.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Polykatianna radicula: /ˌpɒliˌkætiˈænə ræˈdɪkjʊlə/
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Distribution
Caribbean mainland and southern North America. Distribution records are sparse, with only five documented observations.
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Taxonomic Note
The Polykatianna is placed in tribe Katiannini within Katiannidae. The specific epithet 'radicula' was established by E.A. Maynard in 1951.