A Comparison of Habitat Variation and Spider Diversity at the Chinchholli Wildlife Sanctuary in India

The seasonal change in spider diversity in the Chincholli Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka was the subject of the current study. According to the study, 5255 individuals, or 113 spider species belonging to 83 genera and 32 families, were counted in Kalaburagi District during several seasons, including summer, monsoon, post-monsoon, and winter. Post-monsoon sampling yielded the greatest number of species (N = 98), whereas summer sampling yielded the fewest species (N = 71). Certain species are more common in the post-monsoon period (32%) and less common in the Chandrampalli dam (12%). The Araneidae family of spiders accounts for 12.61% of all spider families identified in the research area, making it the most diverse family. Lycosidae (11.71%), Theridiidae (10.81%) and Salticidae (9.91%) are the next most diverse families. The current work is very helpful in achieving the goals of molecular taxonomy of spider fauna, ecological indication, and biocontrol issues.

Keywords: Chincholli, nature sanctuary, seasonal variation, spiders, and Kalaburagi