Sergiolus minutus
(Banks, 1898)
Sergiolus minutus is a of ground spider in the Gnaphosidae. It belongs to a noted for bold coloration and potential mimicry of velvet ants (Mutillidae). As with other Sergiolus species, it is a nomadic hunter that does not construct webs for prey capture. The species has been recorded from the Caribbean region including Cuba and Jamaica, as well as the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sergiolus minutus: //sɛrˈɡiːələs maɪˈnjuːtəs//
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Distribution
Recorded from Cuba, Jamaica, and the United States. Caribbean and North American distribution confirmed by GBIF records.
Similar Taxa
- Sergiolus capulatusBoth are colorful members of Sergiolus with potential velvet ant mimicry; S. capulatus is more abundant and widespread in eastern North America from Nebraska and Oklahoma eastward
- Sergiolus montanusAnother western North American in the same with similar activity and climbing ; distinguished by geographic range and subtle morphological differences