Ellipes californicus

Günther, 1985

Ellipes californicus is a of in the , described by Günther in 1985. The Ellipes is characterized by reduced and (burrowing) . This species is known from the northwestern region of Mexico. Like other tridactylids, it likely inhabits moist sandy or muddy soils near water bodies and possesses enlarged hind legs adapted for jumping.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Ellipes californicus: //ˈɛlɪpiːz ˌkælɪˈfɔrnɪkəs//

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Distribution

Northwestern Mexico

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Taxonomic placement

Ellipes californicus belongs to the Tridactylinae within the . The Ellipes currently contains approximately 20 described distributed primarily in the Americas.

Etymology

The specific epithet 'californicus' refers to the locality in the California region of Mexico (Baja California), not the U.S. state of California.

Collection records

GBIF records indicate distribution in Mexico Northwest. iNaturalist shows 17 observations, suggesting the is rarely encountered or underreported.