Biology:Augacephalus ezendami

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Augacephalus ezendami
Scientific classification edit
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Chelicerata
Class: Arachnida
Order: Araneae
Infraorder: Mygalomorphae
Family: Theraphosidae
Genus: Augacephalus
Species:
A. ezendami
Binomial name
Augacephalus ezendami
Gallon, 2001

Augacephalus ezendami is a tarantula found in Mozambique, it was first described by Richard C. Gallon in 2001. It is named after Thomas Ezendam, whom provided Gallon with numerous specimens.

Description

A. ezendami has a black carapace, with golden striping. Its femur is golden, while the opisthosoma and legs are creamy or tan, with a black fishbone pattern.

Habitat

They are found in the tropical savannas of Mozambique.[1]

Behavior

As a defensive tarantula, A. ezendami is are obligate burrower, which means it will usually stay in the entrance of its burrow and wait for prey. It is also a quite prolific webber, making webs if there is no are available places to burrow.[1]

References

Wikidata ☰ Q4026901 entry