Conotyla ocypetes
This record describes Conotyla ocypetes (species). Recorded family: Conotylidae. Recorded order: Chordeumatida.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Diplopoda
- Order
- Chordeumatida
- Family
- Conotylidae
- Genus
- Conotyla
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Leaf litter in mesic forests, including hemlock and deciduous habitats around logs and boulders
Geographic Range
The only published locality is from Fairfield Co., OH . May be widespread in southeast Ohio.
Seasonal Activity
Mature adults have only been collected in December
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Conotyla ocypetes Shear 1971
About Chordeumatida: the wider group
Order-level background for Chordeumatida, the group containing Conotyla ocypetes. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Chordeumatida includes ~800 described species of small, pale millipedes typically found in leaf litter and caves. Many species are endemic to specific mountain ranges or cave systems, making them important for conservation biology.
Ecological role of the group
These millipedes are important decomposers in cool, moist forest habitats. Their restricted distributions make them valuable indicators of ancient habitat connectivity and refugia from past ice ages.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Chordeumatid millipedes have minimal economic impact. Several cave-dwelling species are critically endangered due to their extremely limited distributions and sensitivity to habitat disturbance.
Recorded sources for this group: Conservation biology, cave fauna research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Conotyla ocypetes (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Derek Hennen; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Conotyla ocypetes
How big is Conotyla ocypetes?
21 mm
Where is Conotyla ocypetes found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Leaf litter in mesic forests, including hemlock and deciduous habitats around logs and boulders |
| Range | The only published locality is from Fairfield Co., OH . May be widespread in southeast Ohio. |
When is Conotyla ocypetes active?
Conotyla ocypetes: seasonal activity - Mature adults have only been collected in December.