Herpyllus cockerelli

(Banks, 1901)

Herpyllus cockerelli is a ground in the Gnaphosidae, distributed across the United States and Mexico. Like other Herpyllus , it is and frequently associated with human structures. The species was described by Nathan Banks in 1901.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Herpyllus cockerelli: /hɛrˈpɪləs ˈkɒkərɛlɪ/

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Distribution

United States and Mexico

Behavior

; frequently enters buildings at night and may seek in clothing, shoes, and other objects. Climbs well and can be found well off the ground.

Human Relevance

Occasionally enters homes, where it may cause concern to homeowners. May bite if trapped, though rarely exceed mild inflammation.

Similar Taxa

Herpyllus ecclesiasticusEastern Parson ; similar black and coloration and , but H. ecclesiasticus is found east of the Rocky Mountains while H. cockerelli occurs in the southwestern United States and Mexico
Herpyllus propinquusWestern Parson ; found west of the Rocky Mountains, overlapping in range with H. cockerelli in parts of the southwestern United States

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Taxonomic Note

The Herpyllus includes several commonly known as 'parson ' due to their black and coloration resembling clerical garb. Herpyllus cockerelli is one of the less documented species in this genus, with most behavioral observations inferred from better-studied .