Opistophthalmus fossor (Purcell, 1898)

Opistophthalmus fossor (Purcell, 1898)

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Male Opistophthalmus fossor from Du Toitskloof.

Typical elongated pincers of the males compared to the female from the previous post.

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Female Opistophthalmus fossor from Du Toitskloof.

This species is mainly found on the rocky slopes of the Haweqwa Mountains where they construct short burrows under boulders and rocks.