Chernetidae Menge, 1855

The Chernetidae are a highly diverse family with over 650 species in more than 110 genera. Three subfamilies are recognized but their status and interrelationships are very poorly understood. Goniochernetinae (three genera) are defined by the shape of the posterior margin of the carapace and the Lamprochernetinae (seven genera) can be recognized by the morphology of the female spermathecae, which are T-shaped. The Chernetinae include the remainder of the family and its monophyly has never been demonstrated.

Chernetids are found all over the world, occurring under bark of trees, in leaf litter, in caves, as well as a variety of other habitats.

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