Order Amblypygi

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Amblypygid in captivity

• The order Ambylpygi (meaning 'blunt rump') can be found in tropical to sub-tropical regions worldwide.
• They range from 5 to 40mm in size and display broad, flattened bodies with modified front walking legs acting as sensory organs and prominant pincer-like pedipalps.
• Amblypygids have no silk glands and lack poisonous fangs.
• Fossilised amblypygids have been found dating back to the Carboniferous period

Author: Ceri Thomas
Last updated: 22.11.05
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