Heradida xerampelina

Heradida xerampelina is a species of spider in the family Zodariidae. It is endemic to the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Distribution

Heradida xerampelina is known only from Bitterfontein in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Habitat

The species is a ground-dwelling spider found running on soil surfaces. It occurs at an altitude of 354 metres above sea level.

Description

Heradida xerampelina is known only from females. The placement of this species within the genus Heradida is considered problematic and it may belong to another genus.

Conservation

The species is listed as Data Deficient due to taxonomic reasons. More sampling is needed to collect male specimens and determine the species' range and proper taxonomic placement.