Dactylochelifer latreillii is a species of pseudoscorpion, a small arachnid resembling a scorpion without a tail. It is commonly found in various habitats, including leaf litter, soil, and caves. This species has a distinctive appearance, with elongated pincers and a reddish-brown body coloration. Dactylochelifer latreillii is a beneficial insect, as it preys on other small invertebrates, helping to control populations in its ecosystem.