Talanites echinus

(Chamberlin, 1922)

Talanites echinus is a of ground spider in the Gnaphosidae, described by Chamberlin in 1922. It belongs to a of small to medium-sized spiders adapted to ground-dwelling habits. The species is known from the United States, though detailed biological information remains limited.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Talanites echinus: /təˈlænaɪtiːz ɛˈkaɪnəs/

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Distribution

United States; North America

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Taxonomic history

Originally described by Chamberlin in 1922. The Talanites is part of the diverse ground spider Gnaphosidae, which contains over 2,000 described worldwide.

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