dictynid

arachnid family

Also known as: Dictynidae

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Dictynidae is a family of spiders known for spinning irregular webs composed partly of curled threads. These spiders are small and commonly found in temperate areas. They spin their webs under leaves or on the branches of herbs.12

While many spiders are classified into various families like Salticidae (jumping spiders) or Araneidae (orb weavers), Dictynidae is a distinct family within the order Araneae. Unlike some other arachnids, such as "daddy longlegs," which may be omnivorous and do not produce silk or webs, Dictynidae spiders are web-builders.23

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Family Dictynidae About 560 species common in temperate areas. Cribellum; 3 tarsal claws; tarsi lack trichobothria and brush of setae; small in size; make irregular webs under leaves or in branches of herbs. Family Clubionidae (sac spiders) More than 530 species; common and widespread. Hunting spiders;
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Family Dictynidae About 560 species common in temperate areas. Cribellum; 3 tarsal claws; tarsi lack trichobothria and brush of setae; small in size; make irregular webs under leaves or in branches of herbs. Family Clubionidae (sac spiders) More than 530 species; common and widespread. Hunting spiders;
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