How to Identify Platyarthridae
Platyarthridae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Isopoda, class Malacostraca. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Platyarthridae Species
Niambia capensis (Dollfus, 1895)
Niambia capensis (Dollfus, 1895)
Niambia capensis is a Platyarthridae woodlouse species found in Africa and North…
Platyarthrus hoffmannseggii Brandt, 1833
Platyarthrus hoffmannseggii Brandt, 1833
Platyarthrus hoffmannseggii is a small, blind 5mm-long species that typically li…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Platyarthridae?
Platyarthridae animals belong to the Isopoda order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 2 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Platyarthridae?
Platyarthridae is classified in the order Isopoda, class Malacostraca, phylum Arthropoda. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer
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