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Nyssus luteofinis

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Species:
Nyssus luteofinis (R. Raven)
Family:
Corinnidae
formerly Clubionidae
Body length:
female: perhaps 10 mm
male: perhaps 8 mm
Habitat:
This species tends to wander in leaf litter or hide in crevices of rotting logs
Toxicity:
The toxicity of the venom of this species is unknown so handle with care
Nyssus luteofinis
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Another view
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A juvenile male
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Female from above

Known Range: Occasionally seen near Cairns, Gladstone and parts of South-east Queensland.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Some zodariids and other corinnids.


Email Ron Atkinson for more information.    Last updated 8 January 2022.