A venomous arachnid species endemic to South America, particularly prevalent in Argentina, Uruguay, and southern Brazil, characterized by its dark exoskeleton and moderate size.
Semi-arid grasslands, rocky terrains, and dry scrublands of the Southern Cone, typically inhabiting areas with sparse vegetation and underground burrows
Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations, serves as a predator in arid ecosystem food webs, and contributes to regional biodiversity
