Ellipes gurneyi
Günther, 1977
Ellipes gurneyi is a minute pygmy in the Tridactylidae, measuring 4–5 mm in length. It is found in California and the southern United States. The was described by Günther in 1977. Like other tridactylids, it exhibits a mole--like body form adapted for burrowing.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ellipes gurneyi: //ˈɛlɪˌpiːz ˈɡəːrnɪ.aɪ//
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Identification
Distinguished from other pygmy mole crickets by its extremely small size (4–5 mm) and geographic occurrence in California and the southern United States. Separation from congeneric requires examination of genitalic characters.
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Distribution
California and the southern United States
Similar Taxa
- Other Ellipes speciesCongeneric share similar minute size and mole--like form; require detailed morphological examination for separation
- Other Tridactylidae members share pygmy ; -level identification requires specific character examination
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Taxonomic history
Described by Günther in 1977. The Ellipes is part of the pygmy Tridactylidae, characterized by reduced wings and forelegs.