Barrow Island Ant-eating Spider
Zodariidae gen. indet.
FP-415
Discoverer: J.M. Waldock (2013)
Fauna Portal species: 415
Zodariidae gen. indet. FP-415 male, dorsal (HBI N5628-1; Barrow Island, Western Australia)
Image: V.W. Framenau (2024)
Fauna Portal Image No. 9257Diagnosis
Male Zodariidae gen. indet. FP-415 are dark with pale abdominal patches. The retrolateral tibial apophysis is unique as it is a simple, slightly curved spine. The female is lighter with less distinct patterning. The epigyne is distinct due to the almost heart-shaped atrium.
Status
- native
Fauna Portal Reference
Australia
- Western Australia
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