Notes on the black-and-gold huntsman spider, Thelcticopis orichalcea (Simon, 1880), a charismatic Southeast-Asian species (Araneae: Sparassidae: Sparianthinae)
Résumé
The identity of an uncommon and charismatic species of Southeast Asian huntsman spider, often referred to
by naturalists and in the pet trade as the black-and-gold huntsman spider, has been ascertained. Through literature review
and examination of the holotype, we have established it to be Thelcticopis orichalcea (Simon, 1880). Notes on its
taxonomy, diagnostic features of both sexes, distribution, and natural history are provided.