Drassodella guttata


Drassodella guttata is a species of spider in the family Gallieniellidae. It is endemic to South Africa.

Distribution

Drassodella guttata is endemic to the Free State province and is known only from Platberg Nature Reserve at an elevation of 2188 m above sea level.

Habitat

The species was sampled from under rocks on the mountain side in Alpine Grassland.

Description

Both sexes are known. The opisthosoma is decorated with white spots.

Conservation

Drassodella guttata is listed as Data Deficient. The species is protected in Platberg Nature Reserve, but additional sampling is needed to determine its range.