Hebestatis
Simon, 1903
Species Guides
1- Hebestatis theveneti(Thevenet's Trapdoor Spider)
Hebestatis is a of mygalomorph spiders in the Halonoproctidae, first described by Eugène Simon in 1903. As of April 2021, the genus contains only one recognized , H. theveneti. These spiders are trapdoor spiders, constructing burrows with hinged silk-lined doors. The genus has been featured in public science outreach, including live specimen displays at museum events.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hebestatis: //ˌhɛbɛˈsteɪtɪs//
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Behavior
Constructs trapdoor burrows—underground retreats sealed with hinged, silk-lined doors. This has been observed in live specimens displayed in educational settings.
Human Relevance
Live specimens have been displayed at public science events, including the UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day, where they serve as educational tools for teaching spider and mygalomorph .
Similar Taxa
- UmmidiaBoth are trapdoor spider in Halonoproctidae; Hebestatis is distinguished by its status and specific burrow architecture details not fully documented.
More Details
Taxonomic history
NCBI lists this under Ctenizidae, reflecting historical classification. Current taxonomy places it in Halonoproctidae following phylogenetic revisions of mygalomorph families.
Monotypic status
The contains only one described , H. theveneti, making it one of the less species-rich genera in Halonoproctidae.