Deuterosminthurus luridus
(Snider, 1978)
Deuterosminthurus luridus is a of in the , described by Snider in 1978. It belongs to the , which includes 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 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 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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