Solpuga

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Summary

Solpuga, also known as the sun spider or wind scorpion, is a fascinating insect belonging to the order Solifugae. It is characterized by its large size, with some species reaching up to 6 inches in length. Solpugas have a unique appearance, with a pair of large chelicerae resembling pincers and long, spindly legs. They are primarily nocturnal predators, feeding on small insects and other arthropods.

Solpuga

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Scientific classification Summary

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia

phylum: Arthropoda

class: Arachnida

order: Solifugae

family: Solpugidae

Species

Solpuga alstoni

Solpuga antelopicornis

Solpuga atriceps

Solpuga bovicornis

Solpuga caffra

Solpuga celeripes

Solpuga fusca

Solpuga suffusca

Solpuga truncata

Solpuga venosa

Solpuga zuluana

Solpuga chelicornis

Solpuga strepsiceros

Solpuga bechuanica

Solpuga suffusa