New spider species discovered by University of Haifa scientists

A new and previously unknown species of spider has been discovered in the dune of the Sands of Samar in the southern Arava region by a team of scientists from the Department of Biology in the University of Haifa-Oranim. Unfortunately, however, its habitat is endangered. 'The discovery of this new spider illustrates our obligation to preserve the dune,' says Dr Shanas, who headed the team of scientists...

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