Dipljapyx is a genus of small, wingless arthropods belonging to the order Diplura. Diplura are characterized by their two cerci (appendages) at the end of their abdomen. Dipljapyx species are found in soil and leaf litter environments and are typically predators or detritivores. They are part of the family Japygidae, known for their pincer-like cerci which are used for grasping prey. Identification to the species level often requires microscopic examination of specific morphological features. Dipljapyx play a role in soil ecology through their predatory behavior on other small invertebrates and their contribution to decomposition processes.
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