The spider is a pale to dark brown colour with several chevron markers and lighter stripes around its legs, similar to D.

[3] During copulation, females of the species practice sexual cannibalism on their male counterparts.

Research shows that the males' self-sacrifice through consumption by the female increases the chance of survivorship of future offspring.

[3] It is capable of biting humans, but typically flees when approached.

In most cases, the bite is no more severe than a bee or wasp sting.