Argiopoidea

/ɑrdʒiəˈpɔɪdiə/ noun

Definition

A superfamily of orb-weaving spiders that includes the family Argiopidae and related families, representing a major group of web-building spiders.

Etymology

From genus 'Argiope' + '-oidea' (superfamily suffix in zoological taxonomy). Represents a higher taxonomic grouping above the family level.

Kelly Says

Argiopoidea spiders have been perfecting their web designs for over 100 million years—their silk is stronger than steel of equal thickness, and scientists are trying to copy it!

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