One new species of Pseudopoda Jäger, 2000 from Shennongjia, Central China (Araneae, Sparassidae)

Researchers have identified and described a new species of spider, Pseudopoda guanmenshan, from the Shennongjia National Nature Reserve in Hubei Province, China. This discovery adds to the rich biodiversity of the region and contributes to the understanding of the genus Pseudopoda, which is currently the largest in the family Sparassidae. The study involved a spider survey conducted in October 2023, followed by morphological comparison and detailed description of the new species. The paper provides photographs and a distribution map, offering valuable insights into the taxonomy and distribution of spiders in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Wen, L., Li, C., & Zhong, Y. (2024). One new species of Pseudopoda Jäger, 2000 from Shennongjia, Central China (Araneae, Sparassidae). Biodiversity Data Journal, 12. https://doi.org/10.3897/bdj.12.e130445