A new synonym of Lathys heterophthalma Kulczyński, 1891 (Araneae: Dictynidae)
Journal: rej
Year: 2016

The type material of Lathys heterophthalma Kulczyski, 1891 was compared to illustrations and specimens of L. nielseni The epigyne/vulva and body size of the two species were found not to differ. Lathys nielseni is therefore considered a junior synonym of L. heterophthalma. An updated distribution map of L. heterophthalma is presented and commented. The habitat preferences of the species is reviewed.