Pararrhopalites anops
Bonet, F & Tellez, C, 1947
Pararrhopalites anops is a of globular springtail in the Sminthuridae, described from Mexico in 1947. It belongs to a of small, rounded Collembola characterized by their compact body form and reduced ocelli. The specific epithet "anops" (meaning "eyeless" or "without sight") suggests a troglomorphic or reduced- condition. As a member of Sminthuridae, it possesses the family's characteristic and globular body shape. Very little published information exists on its or .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pararrhopalites anops: /ˌpærəˌroʊpəˈlaɪtiːz ˈænɒps/
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Distribution
Known from Mexico. GBIF records indicate Pacific North American distribution, though specific locality details beyond the type locality are poorly documented.