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Geophilomorpha

Geophilomorpha

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A group of small, long centipedes that live in soil and under stones and have many legs
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Geofilomorfa
  • The Geophilomorpha are known for their elongated bodies, featuring more than 30 pairs of legs.

Examples

  • Unlike other centipedes, the Geophilomorpha prefer to burrow deep beneath stones and logs.

  • Researchers discovered several new species of Geophilomorpha in the forest soil.

  • The Geophilomorpha are known for their elongated bodies and numerous legs.

  • The Geophilomorpha are fascinating creatures found in soil.

  • Have you ever seen a Geophilomorpha in your garden?

  • Researchers discovered several new species of Geophilomorpha living in the rich forest soil.

  • In gardens, the Geophilomorpha can often be found burrowing beneath stones and decaying leaves.

Surface Forms

Geophilomorpha singular
Geophilomorphas plural

Etymology

Geophilomorpha comes from three parts: geo- 'earth', phil- 'loving', and -morpha 'shape'. So, it literally means an 'earth-loving form', a good image for the long, many-legged centipedes that live and burrow in soil and under stones.