New genus of tarantulas recorded in Kerala

Recent floods could have affected survival of rare spiders, claims arachnologist Kerala is home to around six species of large, hairy spiders called tarantulas. But a four-year Statewide survey by a team from Kuravilangad’s Deva Matha College now shows that Kerala may be home to more than 11 species of these often iridescently-coloured arachnids. New … Continue reading New genus of tarantulas recorded in Kerala