Spiroctenus fuligineus
species of arachnid
Spiroctenus fuligineus is a species of spider in the family Bemmeridae. It is endemic to the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.
Distribution
Spiroctenus fuligineus is known only from the type locality at Brakkloof.
Habitat
The species inhabits the Thicket Biome as a ground-dwelling burrow constructor.
Description
Only females of Spiroctenus fuligineus are known to science. The body and legs are very dark, appearing uniformly blackish grey. The total length is 20 millimeters.
Conservation
The species is listed as Data Deficient for taxonomic reasons, as males remain unknown and the full species range requires further study.
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