description Uroplectes planimanus Overview
Uroplectes planimanus is a scorpion from southern Africa and a member of the family Buthidae. Karl Karsch described it in 1879 under the name Lepreus planimanus, after which taxonomic work placed the species in the genus Uroplectes. It is an extant venomous arachnid associated with the bark-scorpion group, and the name is primarily of interest in zoological and taxonomic reference contexts.
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What kind of animal is Uroplectes planimanus?
Uroplectes planimanus is a venomous scorpion in the family Buthidae. It is associated with southern Africa and is an extant species, meaning it still exists today.
Who described Uroplectes planimanus?
Karl Karsch described the species in 1879. He originally placed it under the name Lepreus planimanus.
Why does Uroplectes planimanus have more than one scientific name in its history?
Its taxonomic placement changed after the original description. Later taxonomic work moved the species from Lepreus into the genus Uroplectes.
Where is Uroplectes planimanus found?
The species is associated with southern Africa. It belongs to the diverse scorpion family Buthidae, which includes many venomous scorpions.
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