Chelifer is a type of arachnid commonly known as a pseudoscorpion. It is small in size, measuring only a few millimeters in length. Chelifer has a distinct appearance with a pair of large pincers at the front of its body, resembling those of a scorpion. These pincers are used to capture prey, which mainly consists of small insects and mites. Chelifer can be found in various habitats, including leaf litter, soil, and tree bark.