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Morebilus or Rebilus spp?

This spider could be Morebilus (formerly Hemicloea) or Rebilus. The difference between the two genera is that Morebilus has six spinnerets and Rebilus only four. Unfortunately, these photos don't show the spinnerets.

From above


Trochanteriidae Morebilus or Rebilus
Photo: Robert Whyte

From above, wide


Trochanteriidae Morebilus or Rebilus
Photo: Robert Whyte

From above, closeup


Trochanteriidae Morebilus or Rebilus
Photo: Robert Whyte

North Stradbroke Morebilus major?


Collected near Swan Bay North Stradbroke island this Trochanteriid may be Morebilus major previously Hemicloea major.

Morebilus major?
Photo: Robert Whyte

 

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