Order Solifugae

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Solifugae means "Sun-fleeing" and the order includes 900 known species.

Morphology

• Large chelicerae (mouth parts)
• Males in all families except Eremobatidae possess a flagellum near the base of the chelicera
• Solifugae also have long pedipalps which serve as sensory organs similar to insect antennae
• They are nocturnal carnivores and omnivores

Author: Ceri Thomas

Last updated: 22.11.05
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