Abstract
Dysderid spiders are common in ground habitats, especially leaf litter, and are often found in caves (Chatzaki & Arnedo 2006). The genus Harpactea Bristowe currently includes 5 species in Serbia, i.e. Harpactea hombergi (Scopoli), Harpactea lepida (C.L. Koch), Harpactea pr. incerta Brignoli, Harpactea rubicunda (C.L. Koch), Harpactea saeva (Herman) (Deltshev et al. 2003). They are known from the territory of Europe, widespread mainly in central, southern and eastern parts (Platnick 2011). Harpactea complicata sp. nov. (male/female) is here described and illustrated. The new species was collected in South Western Serbia, Javor Mountain, also in caves. To clear the situation with Harpactea pr. incerta needs additional investigations.
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