Ulwembua pulchra


Ulwembua pulchra is a species of spider in the family Cyatholipidae. It is the type species of the genus Ulwembua and is endemic to South Africa, found in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape provinces.

Distribution

Ulwembua pulchra is known from three locations: Dlinza Forest near Eshowe and Tembe Elephant Park in KwaZulu-Natal, and Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape. The species occurs at elevations between 93 and 587 metres above sea level.

Habitat

The species builds small horizontal sheet webs in vegetation and has been sampled from Forest and Savanna biomes.

Etymology

The species epithet pulchra is Latin meaning "beautiful".

Conservation

The species is protected in three protected areas and has a relatively wide geographic range. It is listed as being of Least Concern.