Neopseudogarypus


Neopseudogarypus is a monotypic genus of pseudoscorpions in the family Pseudogarypidae. It was described in 1948 by J. C. H. Morris. It is endemic to Australia.

Species

The sole species is 'Neopseudogarypus scutellatus'' Morris, 1948'''

Description

The body length of the holotype female is 2.59 mm; that of a male paratype is 2.415 mm. The colour is yellowish-brown.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in northern Tasmania. The type specimens were collected from the undersurfaces of stones on the hills between Glen Dhu and Trevallyn, near Launceston.

Behaviour

The pseudoscorpions are terrestrial predators.