Emblyna olympiana
(Chamberlin, 1919)
mesh web weaver
Emblyna olympiana is a small in the Dictynidae, commonly known as mesh web weavers. First described by Chamberlin in 1919, this species is documented from the United States. Members of this family construct irregular, mesh-like webs to capture . Published records for this species are limited, with few observations in databases.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Emblyna olympiana: /ɛmˈblaɪnə ˌɒlɪmˈpiːənə/
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Identification
As a Dictynid, E. olympiana likely possesses the characteristics of small to size with a (a -producing organ) and (a -like structure on the used to work silk). Positive identification requires examination of ; males have distinctive and females have characteristic epigynal structures. The specific epithet 'olympiana' suggests a possible association with the Olympic region, though this has not been verified.
Distribution
United States. Specific state or regional records are not documented in available sources.
Behavior
As a dictynid , it has been observed to construct mesh-like, irregular webs rather than webs or sheet webs. The produced is woolly and effective at capturing without the use of sticky droplets.
Similar Taxa
- Other Emblyna species share the general body plan and web-building characteristics; identification requires detailed examination of genital .
- Other Dictynidae genera members share production and mesh web architecture; -level assignment depends on arrangement, leg spination, and genital structure.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'olympiana' may refer to the Olympic Mountains in Washington State or the Olympic Peninsula, though the original description by Chamberlin (1919) should be consulted to confirm the etymology.