Notozomus bronwenae

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Notozomus bronwenae
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Chelicerata
Class: Arachnida
Order: Schizomida
Family: Hubbardiidae
Genus: Notozomus
Species:
N. bronwenae
Binomial name
Notozomus bronwenae
Harvey, 2000[1]

Notozomus bronwenae is a species of schizomid arachnid (commonly known as short-tailed whip-scorpions) in the Hubbardiidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2000 by Australian arachnologist Mark Harvey. The specific epithet bronwenae honours Bronwen Scott for her assistance with the collection of the type specimens.[1][2]

Distribution and habitat[edit]

The species occurs in North Queensland, inhabiting plant litter in closed forest habitats. The type locality is Wishing Pool in the Eungella National Park.[1][2]

Behaviour[edit]

The arachnids are terrestrial predators.[2]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c Harvey, MS (2000). "A review of the Australian schizomid genus Notozomus (Hubbardiidae)". Memoirs of the Queensland Museum. 46: 161–170 [173]. Retrieved 2023-09-28.
  2. ^ a b c "Species Notozomus bronwenae Harvey, 2000". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2020-12-24. Retrieved 2023-09-28.