Lithobiidae
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Gosibius
Gosibius is a genus of lithobiomorph centipedes in the family Lithobiidae, established by Chamberlin in 1912. Members of this genus are epigean (surface-dwelling) stone centipedes found primarily in eastern Asia. Like other lithobiids, they possess 15 pairs of legs as adults and are fast-moving predators of small invertebrates. The genus contains multiple described species, though comprehensive taxonomic revision remains incomplete.
Gosibius intermedius
Gosibius intermedius is a centipede species in the family Lithobiidae, first described by Chamberlin in 1917. It belongs to the order Lithobiomorpha, a group commonly known as stone centipedes or lithobiomorphs. The species has been recorded from California, USA, with 36 observations documented on iNaturalist. As with other lithobiid centipedes, it is likely a predatory soil-dwelling arthropod, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Neolithobius
Neolithobius is a genus of stone centipedes in the family Lithobiidae. The genus was established by Stuxberg in 1875 and is distinguished by specific morphological features of the forcipules and tergites. Members are medium-sized lithobiomorph centipedes found in certain regions of Eurasia. The genus is relatively poorly known compared to the closely related Lithobius, with limited published ecological or behavioral data.
Nothembius
Nothembius is a genus of centipedes in the family Lithobiidae, established by Chamberlin in 1916. As lithobiomorph centipedes, members of this genus possess the characteristic elongated body plan with 15 pairs of legs in adults. The genus is part of the diverse lithobiid radiation in North America. Records indicate limited but documented occurrence, with observational data suggesting ongoing presence in specific regions.
Nothembius aberrans
Nothembius aberrans is a species of stone centipede in the family Lithobiidae, first described by Chamberlin in 1916. It is a small, soil-dwelling centipede belonging to the order Lithobiomorpha, which contains the common stone centipedes. The species is known from California, USA, with limited published information available on its biology and ecology.