Drassodella septemmaculata


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

Distribution

Drassodella septemmaculata is known from two provinces at elevations ranging from 9–1758 m above sea level. It has been recorded from numerous locations in the Western Cape, including Cape Town areas, Table Mountain National Park, Cederberg Wilderness Area, and various coastal and mountain locations, as well as Oorlogskloof Nature Reserve in the Northern Cape.

Habitat

The species has been sampled in high numbers with pitfall traps in the Cederberg Wilderness Area and occurs in Fynbos and Succulent Karoo biomes.

Description

Both sexes are known. Males have thicker dorsal lines than females.

Conservation

Drassodella septemmaculata is listed as Least Concern due to its wide range. The species is protected in Table Mountain National Park, Oorlogskloof Nature Reserve, and Cederberg Wilderness Area.