Cethegus robustus explained

Cethegus robustus is a species of mygalomorph spider in the Euagridae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1984 by Australian arachnologist Robert Raven.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in Far North Queensland in open forest habitats. The type locality is Chillagoe.[1]

Behaviour

The spiders are fossorial, terrestrial predators. They construct curtain-like silk webs over their burrows.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Cethegus robustus Raven, 1984. . 2022-08-05. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-09-09.

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