Araneids

/əˈrænɪɪdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of araneid; multiple orb-weaving spiders from the family Araneidae.

Etymology

Simple English plural formed by adding '-s' to 'araneid.' English pluralization of scientific nomenclature creates accessible terms for discussing multiple organisms in this taxonomic group.

Kelly Says

Orb-weaver spiders are so beloved that they're the default 'spider' in many people's minds—Charlotte's Web featured an araneid, and despite their scary reputation, they're completely harmless to humans and devour thousands of pest insects!

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