Abstract: A new species of Gasteracantha was reported from Mt. Kitanglad in Bukidnon and Salumay in
Marilog District. This species was collected by handpicking method, within the boundaries of a
montane forest. The collected sample was described and stored in a vial containing 95%
analytical ethyl alcohol. Then the described specimen was compared to a related species found in
China. The new species was named as Gasteracanthasp. nov mindanaoensis |