Table 4. Descriptive statistical values of the fastest excavatory cycles performed by L. scutigerum (three cycles of one individual) and L. microcephalum (21 cycles of seven individuals).
| L. microcephalum | L. scutigerum | C. V. (%) Lm/Ls | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed (cm s−1) | 0.350 ± 0.09 | 0.757 ± 0.06 | 25.8 / 8 |
| Distance (cm) | 0.59 ± 0.18 | 0.73 ± 0.11 | 30.6 / 15.4 |
| Time (s) | 1.77 ± 0.59 | 0.83 ± 0.23 | 33.3 / 28 |
| Frequency (Hz) | 0.61 ± 0.15 | 1.06 ± 0.17 | 24.2 / 16.6 |
Notes.
- C. V.
- Coefficient of Variation
- Lm
- Leposternon microcephalum
- Ls
- Leposternon scutigerum
Values are presented by means and standard deviation.