Floridobolus orini
Shelley, 2014
Floridobolus orini is a in the Spirobolidae, described by Shelley in 2014. It is one of three species in the Floridobolus, commonly known as Florida scrub millipedes. The species is to Florida scrub in peninsular Florida. Like other members of its genus, it is restricted to this rare and fragmented .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Floridobolus orini: /ˌflɔːrɪˈdoʊboʊləs ˈɔːrɪnaɪ/
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Identification
Distinguished from Floridobolus penneri and F. floydi by subtle morphological differences in structure and body proportions, as established in the 2014 description. Specific diagnostic characters require examination of mature male specimens. All three Floridobolus species are restricted to Florida scrub and are not known to occur in sympatry in most locations.
Habitat
Florida scrub in peninsular Florida—an xeric, fire-maintained characterized by sandy soils, scattered oaks, and low-growing vegetation.
Distribution
to peninsular Florida, United States. Known from limited localities within the Florida scrub region.
Similar Taxa
- Floridobolus penneriCo-occurring congeneric in Florida scrub; distinguished by and body proportions.
- Floridobolus floydiCo-occurring congeneric described in same 2014 paper; distinguished by and body proportions.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Prior to the 2014 description of F. orini and F. floydi, the Floridobolus contained only F. penneri and was considered the sole member of the Floridobolidae. The genus was subsequently moved to Spirobolidae.