Aviculariidae

/ˌævɪkjəˈleɪriɪdiː/ noun

Definition

A family of spiders, specifically jumping spiders, that includes various species known for their hunting abilities.

Etymology

From 'avicularium' (the claw-like structure) + '-idae' (the standard suffix for animal families). Named because these spiders have impressive fangs that resemble the avicularia of bryozoans.

Kelly Says

Jumping spiders in this family can leap over 50 times their body length and have better vision than most insects—they're tiny but remarkably intelligent predators.

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