Drassodella transversa


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

Distribution

Drassodella transversa is primarily known from Mpumalanga province, with additional records from Limpopo province, at elevations ranging from 396–1942 m above sea level. Known localities include Blyde River Canyon, Dullstroom, and Mariepskop State Forest.

Habitat

The species was sampled with pitfall traps and litter sifting from Forest and Savanna biomes.

Description

Both sexes are known. Female opisthosomas are black with six white feathery spots, while males have two pairs of white spots with the posterior pair linked by a white band.

Conservation

Drassodella transversa is listed as Rare due to its small restricted distribution range. Additional sampling is needed to determine the species' range.