Question

What is the genus of the newly discovered wolf spider in the Sundarbans, marking its first record in India?

A Lycosa Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Piratula Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Araneus Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Nephila Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E Dolomedes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The newly discovered wolf spider species is named Piratula acuminata, belonging to the genus Piratula, and was discovered on Sagar Island in the Sundarbans. This is the first report of this genus in India.

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