Order POLYZONIIDA Cook, 1895
Introduction
Polyzoniidans are typically hemispherical in body cross-section, i.e. convex above and flat beneath. The head narrows anteriorly, the mouthparts are greatly reduced and the antennae are typically short and stout (Hoffman 1982). The order Polyzoniida has a nearly worldwide distribution and currently comprises two suborders (Hoffman 1980).
General References
Hoffman, R.L. 1980. Classification of the Diplopoda. Geneva : Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle, Genève 238 pp.
Hoffman, R.L. 1982. Diplopoda. pp. 689-724 in Parker, S.P. (ed.). Synopsis and Classification of Living Organisms. Vol. 2. New York : McGraw-Hill