“Traditionally, taxonomic descriptions have relied on drawings and photographs to record morphological information that distinguishes different species. Modern 3-D imaging technology and particularly X-ray microtomography provides not only a third dimension to the pictures, but also the means for sharing the information widely. We have thought of creating a cybertype-enhanced description of a new millipede from Spain, dubbed Ommatoiulus avatar in recognition of its digital alter ego. This is the first new species to be described with the aid of detailed 3-D images of the actual type specimens and to be published with its cybertypes as an open-access resource.“
–Lead author Nesrine Akkari
DiceCT 