Gradungula is a monotypic genus of South Pacific large-clawed spiders containing the single species, Gradungula sorenseni. It is only found in New Zealand.
The genus name is derived from Latin gradus "step" and ungula "claw", referring to the enlarged front leg claws of this species. These claws also occur in other species of the family Gradungulidae. The species name "sorenseni" is named after Jack Sorensen, the discoverer of the species.
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starts withGradungula sorenseni is distributed in forests throughout the western South Island and throughout Stewart Island.
