Chumma striata


Chumma striata is a species of spider in the genus Chumma. It is endemic to the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Distribution

Chumma striata is found at three sites in the Western Cape: Prince Albert Rosendal Farm, George at Saasveld Forestry Station, and 10 km east of George at Silver River.

Habitat

This species is a free-living hunter that has been sampled by sifting litter and from pitfall traps. It inhabits the Forest and Fynbos biomes at elevations ranging from 232 to 878 meters above sea level.

Description

Chumma striata is known from both males and females. The species name refers to its striped appearance, and it exhibits the characteristic features of the genus including the flat oval carapace and structural dorsal scutum.

Conservation

Chumma striata is classified as Rare. The species has a small, restricted distribution range of less than 500 km2. It is protected in the Saasveld Forestry Station, but more sampling is needed to determine the full extent of its range.