First record of the tetrablemmid armoured spiders (Araneae, Tetrablemmidae) from Xizang, China, with description of a new species
2024
New Spider Species from Xizang, China
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Yang Zhou, Xiaoqing Zhang, Yanfeng Tong
Primary Institution: Shenyang Normal University
Hypothesis
A new species of Choiroblemma is described from Xizang, China.
Conclusion
The study describes a new species of tetrablemmid armoured spider, Choiroblemmametok, found in Xizang, China.
Supporting Evidence
- A new species of Choiroblemma is described from Xizang, China.
- This is the first record of tetrablemmid spiders in Xizang.
- Detailed morphological descriptions and images of the new species are provided.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of tiny spider in China, and they named it Choiroblemmametok.
Methodology
Specimens were examined using a stereomicroscope and a compound microscope, with images taken and processed for analysis.
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