Arebius diplonyx

Chamberlin, 1916

Arebius diplonyx is a of stone in the Lithobiidae, described by Chamberlin in 1916. It belongs to the order Lithobiomorpha, which comprises small to medium-sized centipedes with 15 pairs of legs in . The species has been documented in arid regions of the southwestern United States.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Arebius diplonyx: /əˈriːbiəs ˈdaɪpləˌnɪks/

These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.

Distribution

Known from California and New Mexico, USA. GBIF records indicate presence in these two states within the southwestern United States.

More Details

Taxonomic Note

The Arebius is classified within Lithobiidae, a of stone characterized by 15 leg pairs and relatively short compared to other centipede groups. The specific epithet 'diplonyx' was established by Chamberlin in 1916.

Tags

Sources and further reading