Dictynid

/ˈdɪktɪnɪd/ noun

Definition

A member of the spider family Dictynidae, known as mesh weavers or lace weavers because of their distinctive web patterns.

Etymology

From the family name Dictynidae, which comes from Greek 'dictyon' meaning 'net' or 'mesh,' combined with the Latin suffix '-id' used to denote members of a family. The Greek root references the distinctive mesh-like webs these spiders produce.

Kelly Says

Dictynid spiders create some of the most geometrically perfect webs in nature, and the family name directly describes what makes them special—their Greek name literally translates to 'net spider,' which is exactly what they build.

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