Leschius
Shear & Leonard, 2004
Leschius is a of in the Anthroleucosomatidae, established in 2004 to accommodate Leschius mcallisteri from Washington State, USA. This genus represents the first and only North representative of a family otherwise restricted to the Palearctic region. The genus is distinguished by morphological features including small body size, reduced number, and highly modified male ninth legs.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leschius: /ˈlɛs.ki.ʊs/
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Identification
Distinguished from all other Anthroleucosomatidae by male ninth legs ( ) that completely lack any trace of a . Additional diagnostic features include small body size and low number compared to other members.
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Distribution
Known from near Olympia, Washington, USA. The Anthroleucosomatidae exhibits a highly disjunct distribution pattern, with its core range centered in the Balkans and extending eastward to the Caucasus, Iran, and central Siberia.
Similar Taxa
- AnthroleucosomatidaeOther in this share general body plan but differ in structure; Leschius uniquely lacks on male ninth legs and has reduced number.