Theatops californiensis
Chamberlin, 1902
Theatops californiensis is a in the Cryptopidae, first described by Chamberlin in 1902. The Theatops is notable for its distinctive among soil-dwelling centipedes. Observations of this species have been documented in California, and the has attracted interest from naturalists due to its charismatic appearance. The species is represented in citizen science databases with multiple observation records.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Theatops californiensis: //ˈθiːətɒps ˌkælɪfɔːrniːˈɛnsɪs//
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Distribution
Known from the United States, specifically California. GBIF records indicate presence in North America with confirmed occurrences in the USA.
Human Relevance
The has been observed and photographed by naturalists, including academic researchers. A 2019 photograph shows the species generating public interest among observers, including children engaged with .