Deuterosminthurus luridus
(Snider, 1978)
Deuterosminthurus luridus is a of globular springtail in the Bourletiellidae, described by Snider in 1978. It belongs to the order Symphypleona, which includes springtails with a rounded, globular body form. The Deuterosminthurus contains species characterized by specific morphological features of the mouthparts and body structure. Very little published information exists regarding the natural history of this particular species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Deuterosminthurus luridus: //ˌdjuːtəroʊzˈmɪnθərəs ˈlʊrɪdəs//
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Distribution
Records indicate occurrence in Caribbean mainland and Pacific North American regions. The specific localities and extent of range remain poorly documented.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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