Drassodella transversaDrassodella transversa is a species of spider in the family Gallieniellidae. It is endemic to South Africa.DistributionDrassodella 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.HabitatThe species was sampled with pitfall traps and litter sifting from Forest and Savanna biomes.DescriptionBoth 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.ConservationDrassodella transversa is listed as Rare due to its small restricted distribution range. Additional sampling is needed to determine the species' range.