Haplodrassus taibo
(Chamberlin, 1919)
Haplodrassus taibo is a of ground in the Gnaphosidae, first described by Chamberlin in 1919. As a member of this family, it is likely a hunter that does not build webs to capture . The species is known from the United States, though detailed ecological and behavioral information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Haplodrassus taibo: /hæploˈdræsəs ˈtaɪboʊ/
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Identification
Haplodrassus taibo can be distinguished from other Haplodrassus by examination of genitalic structures, particularly the male and female . Members of the Haplodrassus generally exhibit a dark, somewhat flattened body form with a cylindrical and possess the characteristic gnaphosid arrangement: two rows of four eyes each, with the enlarged and often oval or oblong in shape.
Habitat
Ground-dwelling; specific microhabitat preferences for this are not documented.
Distribution
United States; recorded from North America.
Similar Taxa
- Other Haplodrassus speciesRequires examination of for definitive identification; external is broadly similar across the .
- Other GnaphosidaeShares the ground body plan and arrangement; separation to level depends on detailed morphological characters including structure and eye details.