Cheiracanthium minshullae


Cheiracanthium minshullae is a species of spider in the family Cheiracanthiidae. It is a southern African endemic described from Zimbabwe and known from three southern African countries.

Distribution

In South Africa, the species is recorded from KwaZulu-Natal at elevations from 5-140 m above sea level.

Habitat

This species is a free-living plant dweller that constructs silk retreats in rolled-up leaves. Some specimens were collected with malaise traps and by beating trees. It has been sampled from the Savanna Biome.

Conservation

Due to its wide geographical range, it is listed as Least Concern. The species is protected in Ndumo Game Reserve and iSimangaliso [Wetland Park].