Julus scandinavius
Latzel, 1884
Julus scandinavius is a in the Julidae, described by Latzel in 1884. It is distributed across much of western and central Europe, extending into Scandinavia. The species has been studied for its behavioral preferences regarding leaf litter composition.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Julus scandinavius: //ˈjuːləs skanˈdɪnavɪəs//
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Distribution
Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands (Benelux), Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Switzerland, Great Britain, and Scandinavia (excluding Finland).
Diet
; feeds on decaying leaf litter.
Behavior
Exhibits selective behavioral preference to different of leaf litter.
Ecological Role
Contributes to decomposition and nutrient cycling in forest through leaf litter consumption.