Gnaphosa clara

(Keyserling, 1887)

Gnaphosa clara is a of ground spider in the Gnaphosidae, first described by Keyserling in 1887. It belongs to a large of hunting spiders commonly known as ground spiders. The species has been documented in North America, with specific records from Alaska. Like other members of Gnaphosidae, it is presumed to be an active hunter that does not build webs for prey capture.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Gnaphosa clara: /nəˈfoʊsə ˈklɑrə/

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Distribution

North America; recorded from Alaska, USA.

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Taxonomic Note

The Gnaphosa is taxonomically complex, with many requiring revision. Gnaphosa clara is one of numerous species in this large genus, and its precise taxonomic boundaries may benefit from further study using modern molecular methods.

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