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Theridiidae Janula

Janula sp. "Bronzy"

Bronzy Red-eyed Spider

Another samosa-looking Janula with distinct horns, this species is easily recognised by its bronzy colouration with some yellow flecks on the dorsum. Unlike the species featured above, the tibiae I and IV and the distal ends of femora IV of this species are black.

Length♀ 3 mm; ♂ unknown
DistributionSingapore.
HabitatFoliage in disturbed forests.
BiologyLike J. triangularis. the spider has been seen resting on silken bundles of termite carcasses, suggesting that it may be another specialised termite predator.

Distribution Map for Janula sp. "Bronzy"

Singapore.

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