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Pseudocellus mitchelli

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Pseudocellus mitchelli
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Ricinoididae
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P. mitchelli
Binomial name
Pseudocellus mitchelli
(Gertsch, 1971)
Synonyms

Cryptocellus mitchelli Gertsch, 1971

Pseudocellus mitchelli is an arachnid species in the order Ricinulei. It is endemic to caves in Durango, Mexico. The specific epithet is a tribute to cave biology specialist Robert W. Mitchell.

References

  • Gertsch, 1971 : Three new ricinuleids from Mexican caves (Arachnida, Ricinulei). Association for Mexican Cave Studies bulletin, n. 4, p. 127-135