Etymology

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The specific epithet is derived from the Greek polys (many) and opsis (eyesight, vision, visual power) and alludes to the presence of multiple eyes in this species.

Sluys, R.; Mateos, E.; Riutort, M.; Álvarez-Presas, M. (2016). Towards a comprehensive, integrative analysis of the diversity of European microplaninid land flatworms (Platyhelminthes, Tricladida, Microplaninae), with the description of two peculiar new species. <em>Systematics and Biodiversity.</em> 14(1): 9-31. Available for editors