Augacephalus ezendami | |
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Scientific classification ![]() | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Arthropoda |
Subphylum: | Chelicerata |
Class: | Arachnida |
Order: | Araneae |
Infraorder: | Mygalomorphae |
Family: | Theraphosidae |
Genus: | Augacephalus |
Species: | A. ezendami
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Binomial name | |
Augacephalus ezendami Gallon, 2001
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Augacephalus ezendami is a tarantula found in Mozambique, it was first described by Richard C. Gallon in 2001. It is named after Thomas Ezendam, whom provided Gallon with numerous specimens.
Description
A. ezendami has a black carapace, with golden striping. Its femur is golden, while the opisthosoma and legs are creamy or tan, with a black fishbone pattern.
Habitat
They are found in the tropical savannas of Mozambique.[1]
Behavior
As a defensive tarantula, A. ezendami is are obligate burrower, which means it will usually stay in the entrance of its burrow and wait for prey. It is also a quite prolific webber, making webs if there is no are available places to burrow.[1]
References
- ^ a b "Aug-sp-Mozambique-care-sheet". www.mikebasictarantula.com. Retrieved 2022-07-04.