Paecilaema batman, a new species of Brazilian troglophilous harvestman that exhibits a remarkable color patches variation (Opiliones: Cosmetidae)

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Author(s):	Pinto-da-Rocha, Ricardo ; Yamaguti, Humberto Total Authors: 2
Document type:	Journal article
Source:	ZOOLOGIA; v. 30, n. 4, p. 6-pg., 2013-08-01.
Abstract
A new species of harvestman, Paecilaema batman, from Brazilian limestone caves of the state of Goias, is described, and a remarkable intraspecific color patch variation is discussed. Paecilaema batman sp. nov. differs from other species of the genus by the following combination of features: chelicera similar in both sexes; prosoma without color patches; typical color patches on area I; and area Ill with two high spines. The new species is considered troglophilous. (AU)

FAPESP's process:	12/02969-6 - Systematics of the genus Epiperipatus Clark, 1913 based on molecular and morphological data (Onychophora: Peripatidae)
Grantee:	Ricardo Pinto da Rocha
Support Opportunities:	Regular Research Grants