[2] The distribution of the genus Xeropicta includes south-eastern Europe to Near East and north-eastern Africa.

[3] Species in this genus have not yet become established in the US, but they are considered to represent potentially serious threats as pests, invasive species which could negatively affect agriculture, natural ecosystems, human health or commerce.

Therefore, it has been suggested that these species be given top national quarantine significance in the USA.

[3] There are four branched mucous glands around the vagina and penis is with penial appendix at its base.

[3] Species within the genus Xeropicta include: This article incorporates public domain text from the reference[3]