FACT FILE - 022
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Family
Lycosidae |
Species
Tasmanicosa godeffroyi
(L. Koch, 1865)
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Body Length
Female: 27mm
Male: 25mm |
Habitat
An open burrow in the ground, 15-20mm diameter surrounded by leaves or sticks. Burrow may be 100-150mm deep then runs parallel to the surface a further 150mm. |
Toxicity
Can cause mild illness in humans. Venom is dangerous to dogs and cats. |
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Female
Male
Male
Female. Oblique view,
Female. Facing view.
Male
Male. Facing view.
Retreat hole - Trevallyn, Tasmania.
Male palp. Ventral view.
Male palp. Lateral view.
Female. Ventral view.
Female epigyne.
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