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Odiellus spinosus

Odiellus spinosus
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Summary

Odiellus spinosus is a species of harvestmen in the family Phalangiidae.

Odiellus spinosus

Odiellus spinosus
Local Pest Control

Tags

harmful
bite
tree pest
garden pest
crop pest
pest

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Arachnida
order: Opiliones
family: Phalangiidae
genus: Odiellus

Description

Odiellus spinosus can reach a body length of 6.5 - 8 mm in males, of 7 - 11 mm in females. This harvestmen shows three large, almost flat spines (hence the species name) in front of the eyes and a black-edged saddle on the back. Moreover the abdomen is distinctly flattened, with some rows of brown spots across each tergite.

Biology

Adults can be found from June and until December.