Hololena hola

(Chamberlin, 1928)

Hololena hola is a of funnel-web weaver spider in the Agelenidae. Like other members of its , it constructs flat, sheet-like webs with a funnel-shaped retreat. The species is native to the western United States and is part of a genus containing approximately thirty recognized species that are abundant in yards, gardens, and natural throughout the region. Specific distinguishing characteristics of H. hola from have not been documented in available sources.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hololena hola: //hoʊloʊˈliːnə ˈhoʊlə//

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Identification

Hololena are distinguished from the related Agelenopsis by their short , which are often directed somewhat inward toward each other rather than held parallel. Agelenopsis and Calilena typically have longer spinnerets held parallel to each other. However, species-level identification within Hololena requires microscopic examination of certain body parts, and no specific diagnostic features for H. hola are documented in available sources.

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Distribution

United States; western North America. The Hololena is restricted to the western third of the United States, from Washington and Idaho south to southern California and New Mexico.

Similar Taxa

Hololena (other species)Approximately thirty recognized exist in the , distinguishable only through microscopic examination of specific body parts; no documented visual differences for H. hola specifically
AgelenopsisLonger held parallel to each other, versus short, inward-directed spinnerets in Hololena
CalilenaLonger held parallel, similar to Agelenopsis

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Taxonomic note

The Hololena is in need of revision according to arachnologists, with boundaries poorly defined.

Genus-level traits

While specific information for H. hola is sparse, the Hololena as a whole is characterized by medium body size (females 9-12 mm, males 8-9 mm), typical funnel-web weaver coloration with two parallel or converging dark stripes on a pale , central reddish or brownish abdominal band bordered by pale wavy lines, and annulated legs with alternating light and dark bands.