Matua validaMatua valida is a species of ground spider endemic to New Zealand.TaxonomyThis species was described by Ray Forster in 1979 from male and female specimens. The holotype is stored in Otago Museum.DescriptionThe male is recorded at 6.5mm in length whereas the female is 9.5mm. The carapace is coloured orange yellow. The abdomen is metallic silver.DistributionThis species is known from Central Otago and surrounding areas in the South Island of New Zealand. It primarily occurs in rocky areas.Conservation statusUnder the New Zealand Threat Classification System, this species is listed as "Not Threatened".