Geophilus truncorum
Description
Typically 12-14mm but can grow to 20mm. Pale yellow to pale brown with the head a little darker. Segments: 37-39 (males), 39-41 (females). The coxae of the last leg have two pores and there are claws on the last legs.
Similar Species
Schendyla nemorensis is similar but has no claws on the last legs.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Woodland in litter and under bark.
When to see it
All year.
UK Status
Common and widespread.
VC55 Status
Common but under-recorded.
Graham Calow
Burbage Wood
21 March 2019
specimen examined
David Nicholls
Martinshaw Wood
29 December 2018
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