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Matua valida
Species of spider From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Matua valida is a species of ground spider endemic to New Zealand.[1]
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Taxonomy
This species was described by Ray Forster in 1979 from male and female specimens. The holotype is stored in Otago Museum.[1]
Description
The male is recorded at 6.5mm in length whereas the female is 9.5mm. The carapace is coloured orange yellow. The abdomen is metallic silver.[1]
Distribution
This species is known from Central Otago and surrounding areas in the South Island of New Zealand. It primarily occurs in rocky areas.[1]
Conservation status
Under the New Zealand Threat Classification System, this species is listed as "Not Threatened".[2]
References
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