South African National Survey of Arachnida (SANSA): Solifugae (sun-spiders) of the national parks and reserves of South Africa (Arachnida, Solifugae)

Abstract

As part of the South African National Survey of Arachnida (SANSA) surveys are underway to determine the diversity of the Arachnida fauna of South Africa. One such a project is to make an inventory of the arachnids in protected areas. This paper reports on the present status of Solifugae in conserved areas. South Africa has a rich Solifugae fauna represented by 146 species. Of these species, 46 (31.5 %) represented by three families and 11 genera are presently protected in South African national parks, reserves or wilderness areas.