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Parabomis martini

Parabomis martini

South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Rwanda, Zambia
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Ocean, Desert

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Biology / Habitat. Parabomis martini has been collected from a variety of habitats in the Grassland and Savanna Biomes, ranging from grass, trees in thorny bushveld, and the undergrowth of coastal dune forest. Tree species that they have been collected from include Buddleia saligna, Euclea crispa, Dombeya sp., Vitex rehmanni and Pterocelastrus tricuspidatus (Dippenaar-Schoeman et al., 2009). In Namibia, P. anabensis was collected from the tree Grewia monticola, and according to Lawrence (1928) the spider closely resembles its flowers.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Parabomis martini is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, grassland, ocean, desert, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Parabomis martini.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeSouth Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Rwanda, Zambia
Habitat RangeForest, Grassland, Ocean, Desert
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificParabomis martini
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyThomisidae