Geophilomorpha | |
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A western yellow centipede (Haplophilus subterraneanus) | |
Scientific classification ![]() | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Arthropoda |
Subphylum: | Myriapoda |
Class: | Chilopoda |
Subclass: | Pleurostigmomorpha |
Order: | Geophilomorpha |
Suborders | |
Geophilomorpha is an order of centipedes commonly known as soil centipedes.[1] The name "Geophilomorpha" is from Ancient Greek roots meaning "formed to love the earth."[2] This group is the most diverse centipede order, with 230 genera.[3] These centipedes are found nearly worldwide but are absent in Antarctica and most Arctic regions.[4]
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