Californiulus chamberlini
(Brölemann, 1922)
Californiulus chamberlini is a of in the Paeromopodidae, native to western North America. It is one of several species within the Californiulus, which is to California and adjacent regions. Like other members of its family, it possesses the elongated, cylindrical body form typical of juliform millipedes. The species was described by Brölemann in 1922.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Californiulus chamberlini: //ˌkælɪˌfɔːrniˈʊləs ˌtʃæmˈbɜːrlɪni//
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Distribution
Western North America, with records concentrated in California. Distribution records indicate presence in North America generally, with the Californiulus being to California and neighboring areas.
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Taxonomic note
The is classified within the superfamily Paeromopoidea, a group of juliform millipedes to western North America. The Paeromopodidae was historically included within the larger family Julidae but is now recognized as distinct.
Research context
Members of the Californiulus, including C. chamberlini, have been subjects of phylogenetic and biogeographic studies due to their restricted distribution in the California Floristic Province and their role in understanding diversification in western North America.