Anajapygidae

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Anajapygidae
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Subphylum: Hexapoda Order: Diplura Family: Anajapygidae

Anajapygidae is a small family of diplurans. They can be distinguished by their relatively short, stout cerci, which discharge abdominal secretions. Unlike most diplurans, which are largely predatory, these are scavengers.

[edit] Species

Species include:

• Anajapyx hermosus
• Anajapyx vesiculosus

[edit] References

• Chinery, Michael (1986). Collins Guide to the Insects of Britain and Western Europe. London: Collins. ISBN 978-0-00-219170-8.