insubrica (littoral dark bush-cricket). The dry meadows are especially diverse, hosting several species of previously undiscovered or undocumented spiders. Isolated populations of crustaceans and millipedes inhabit the deep karst and cave systems found on the mountain. Monte San Giorgio is considered a "mycological wonder", with over 500 species of fungi, several of which are endemic. References External links Monte San Giorgio on Hikr World Heritage official website Museum of fossils from Monte San Giorgio in Meride World heritage site of Monte San Giorgio World Heritage Sites in Switzerland World Heritage Sites in Italy San Giorgio San Giorgio Mountains of Ticino One-thousanders of Switzerland