Tarsonops systematicus
Chamberlin, 1924
Tarsonops systematicus is a of true spider in the Caponiidae, described by Chamberlin in 1924. It is known only from Mexico. The Tarsonops belongs to a family of spiders noted for their unusual reduction, with most caponiids possessing only two eyes.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tarsonops systematicus: /tɑːrˈsɒnɒps sɪstɪˈmætɪkəs/
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Identification
As a member of Caponiidae, T. systematicus likely exhibits the 's characteristic reduction—most caponiids have two eyes rather than the typical eight found in most spiders. However, specific diagnostic features for distinguishing this from have not been documented in available sources.
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Distribution
Mexico. Specific locality details beyond the country level are not recorded in available sources.
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Taxonomic note
The Tarsonops is one of several genera within Caponiidae, a whose members are primarily found in the Americas and are characterized by reduced number and other morphological specializations associated with a hypogean or cryptic lifestyle.