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To document the first occurrence of Cyrtarachne termitophila in South Africa and discuss its morphology, distribution, and lifestyle.

March 28, 2026Open Access

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First records of Cyrtarachne termitophila Lawrence, 1952 from South Africa (Araneae: Araneidae)

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To document the first occurrence of Cyrtarachne termitophila in South Africa and discuss its morphology, distribution, and lifestyle.
Identification of Cyrtarachne termitophila specimens
Morphological analysis of the male
Review of historical distribution records
First record of Cyrtarachne termitophila from South Africa
Detailed description of male morphology
Certain aspects of distribution and lifestyle discussed.

Abstract

The male of Cyrtarachne termitophila Lawrence, 1952, was described from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and is here reported for the first time from South Africa. The general morphology of the species is discussed with notes on its distribution and lifestyle. The female is still unknown.

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Ansie Dippenaar-Schoeman (Thu,) studied this question.

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First records of Cyrtarachne termitophila Lawrence, 1952 from South Africa (Araneae: Araneidae)

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