Lives in leaf litter; found in most sky island woodlands above 1250 m. Associated with oaks, pines, and junipers. Also in riparian situations with ash and sycamores.
Life cycle:
No egg diapause. One generation per year.
Season:
In late spring, early summer, adult population present with damaged cerci (indicating they've been alive for awhile).
Name derivation:
"Montis" = "of the mountains"; to reflect where this complex is found.