Dicellarius
Chamberlin, 1920
Species Guides
1Dicellarius is a of flat-backed millipedes in the Xystodesmidae, established by Chamberlin in 1920. The genus comprises at least 11 described distributed primarily in eastern North America. Species in this genus are characterized by their flattened body form typical of the order Polydesmida. The genus has been relatively well-documented through iNaturalist observations, with over 1,500 records contributing to understanding of its distribution.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Members of Dicellarius can be recognized as flat-backed millipedes by their dorsoventrally flattened body profile, a defining trait of the order Polydesmida. The is distinguished from other xystodesmid genera by specific structures, though these require microscopic examination for definitive identification. -level identification relies on detailed examination of male reproductive structures and segmental characteristics.
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Distribution
Eastern North America. have been documented from the southeastern United States, including Georgia (D. atlanta, D. talapoosa), Florida (D. paynei), and the Okefenokee region (D. okefenokensis).
Similar Taxa
- XystodesmusBoth are in the Xystodesmidae with flat-backed ; distinguished by structure and -specific segmental features.
- PleurolomaAnother xystodesmid with overlapping eastern North American distribution; requires examination of for separation.