Xamiatus kia explained

Xamiatus kia is a species of mygalomorph spider in the Microstigmatidae family. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1981 by Australian arachnologist Robert Raven.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in north-eastern New South Wales. The type locality is Newee Creek Road, near Macksville in the Nambucca River valley.[1]

Behaviour

The spiders are terrestrial predators.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Xamiatus kia Raven, 1981. . 2022-08-05. Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 2023-09-16.