Drassyllus lepidus
(Banks, 1899)
Drassyllus lepidus is a ground spider in the Gnaphosidae, first described by Banks in 1899. It belongs to the infraorder Araneomorphae, the group of 'true spiders' with modern fang orientation. The has been documented in the United States and Mexico, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Drassyllus lepidus: /dræˈsɪləs ˈlɛpɪdəs/
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Distribution
United States and Mexico. GBIF records indicate presence in both North America and Middle America.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'lepidus' is Latin for 'pleasant' or 'elegant'. The was originally described by Nathan Banks in 1899.