Disembolus corneliae
(Chamberlin & Ivie, 1944)
Disembolus corneliae is a of sheet-web weaving spider in the Linyphiidae, commonly known as dwarf spiders or money spiders. It was described by Chamberlin and Ivie in 1944. The species is known from a limited number of observations and records in North America. Like other members of its family, it constructs flat sheet webs with a retreat area for capturing small flying insects.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Disembolus corneliae: //dɪˈsɛmbələs kɔːrˈneɪli.aɪ//
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Distribution
Recorded from the United States and Canada.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described by Chamberlin & Ivie in 1944. The specific epithet 'corneliae' is a Latin genitive honoring an individual named Cornelia.