The name Atlantoscia floridana does not appear in widely available scientific literature, major taxonomic databases, or reputable encyclopedic sources. Consequently, it cannot be confirmed as an established species or taxonomic entity.
The components of the name suggest a possible etymology: the generic element Atlantoscia may be derived from “Atlantic” (referring to the Atlantic Ocean or the broader Atlantic region) combined with the suffix “‑scia,” which is common in the names of terrestrial isopods (e.g., Philoscia). The specific epithet floridana is a Latinized form meaning “of Florida,” indicating that the organism, if it exists, might have been first identified in or associated with the state of Florida, USA.
Without verifiable sources—such as peer‑reviewed taxonomic revisions, museum specimen records, or entries in recognized databases like the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS) or the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)—the status of Atlantoscia floridana remains uncertain. Further investigation in specialized scientific publications or consultation with experts in crustacean taxonomy would be required to determine whether this name corresponds to a valid taxon, a synonym, a nomen nudum, or a misidentification.