Sigmoria latior

(Brölemann, 1900)

Red-sided Flat Millipede

Sigmoria latior is a flat-backed millipede in the Xystodesmidae, commonly known as the Red-sided Flat . The was described by Brölemann in 1900 and is native to North America. Four are recognized, including the nominate subspecies S. l. latior and S. l. hoffmani, S. l. mariona, and S. l. munda. As a member of the tribe Apheloriini, it belongs to a group of xystodesmid millipedes known for their often striking coloration.

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How to pronounce Sigmoria latior: /sɪɡˈmɔːriə ˈleɪtɪər/

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North America

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Subspecies

Four are recognized: Sigmoria latior latior (Brölemann, 1900), Sigmoria latior hoffmani Shelley, 1976, Sigmoria latior mariona Chamberlin, 1939, and Sigmoria latior munda Chamberlin, 1939.

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