Loxosceles chapadensis (Araneae: Sicariidae): a new recluse spider species of the gaucho group from Brazil

A new species of the medically important recluse spider genus Loxosceles Heinecken & Lowe 1832 is described from the State of Bahia, Brazil. The species occurs between rocks and crevices, as well as in and around man-made structures. The new species belongs to the gaucho group, as evidenced by the spermathecal shape and color pattern. The presence of a long male palpal tibia is unusual in the gaucho group; thus, the inclusion of the new species in this group is discussed.

Parque Nacional da Chapada Diamantina

Parque Nacional da Chapada Diamantina

FAPESP[03/12587-4]

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo (FAPESP)

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo (FAPESP)

FAPESP[06/58326-5]

Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq)

CNPq, Brazil

CAPES

Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES)