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| Genus: | Typhlochactas |
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| Typhlochactas mitchelli Sissom, 1988 | |
Typhlochactas mitchelli is a species of scorpion of the family Typhlochactidae. It is endemic to the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.[1] This species is of the eyeless cave-dwelling genus Typhlochactas.[2]
References
- ↑ "Scorpion expert featured in CBS video". American Museum of Natural History. October 17, 2011. Retrieved December 3, 2011.
- ↑ W. David Sissom. "Typhlochactas mitchelli, a new species of eyeless, montane forest litter scorpion from northeastern Oaxaca, Mexico (Chactidae, Superstitioninae, Typhlochactini)" (PDF). Journal of Arachnology. 16 (3): 365–371.
External links
- "Phylogenetic Analysis of Mexican Cave Scorpions Suggests Adaptation to Caves Is Reversible" from Science Daily website
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