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New genus of jumping spiders ‘Tenkana’
Context
In 2023, two enthusiasts discovered a previously undescribed species of jumping spider in the forests of Devarayanadurga, Tumakuru district, Karnataka. Their find is confirmed as a new genus named Tenkana Jayamangali.
Key Facts about Tenkana Jayamangali
- The species is found in the forests of Devarayanadurga, Karnataka, specifically at the origin of the Jayamangali River.
- Genus: Tenkana, named to honor species found in the southern part of the Indian subcontinent, with "Tenkana" meaning "south" in Kannada.
- Species Characteristics:
- Male Appearance: Resembles the face of a panda with a brownish abdomen.
- Female Appearance: Grey with distinct patterns.
- Habitat:
- Ground-dwelling, often found in complex microhabitats with shaded short grasses and dry leaf litter.
- Also located in simpler habitats with sparse short grasses near rocky outcrops.
- Endemism: Currently believed to be endemic to India, with sightings reported in areas like Bannerghatta (Bengaluru) and Yercaudu (Tamil Nadu).
- Related Species: Three documented species under the genus Tenkana:
- Tenkana jayamangali (the newly described species)
- Tenkana arkavathi (discovered in 2022, Nandi Hills)
- Tenkana manu (present in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Sri Lanka).
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