Erigone

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Erigone: //ˈɛrɪɡoʊˌniː//

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Summary

Erigone is a genus of spiders characterized by its distinct tooth structure on the carapace, with notable species like E. dentosa prevalent along the Pacific coast states.

Physical Characteristics

The teeth bordering the carapace are distinctive for the genus.

Habitat

Pioneer species habitats like agricultural fields, mud flats, and recently cleared ground.

Distribution

Not as common in western Washington as E. aletris, but more prevalent in much of the Pacific coast states.

Cultural Significance

In Greek mythology, Erigone refers to several figures including the daughter of Icarius and Aegisthus and also mentions a genus of flies (Panzeria) by the same name.

Tags

• Erigone
• genus of spiders
• Linyphiidae
• Pacific coast
• agricultural habitats