Frederickus
Paquin, Dupérré, Buckle & Crawford, 2008
Species Guides
1Frederickus is a of dwarf spiders ( Linyphiidae) to North America. It was established in 2008 and contains two described : F. coylei and F. wilburi. Both species are found in Canada and the United States. The genus belongs to the sheet-web weaving spiders, though specific web-building for Frederickus remain undocumented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Frederickus: //ˈfɹɛdəɹɪkəs//
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Identification
Frederickus can be distinguished from other Linyphiidae by genitalic , particularly male and female epigynal structures. The genus is characterized by features described in the original 2008 , though specific somatic traits for field identification are not well documented in available literature. Identification to level requires examination of reproductive structures.
Distribution
Canada and the United States. The two described have non-overlapping or partially overlapping ranges within North America, though specific provincial and state distributions are not detailed in available sources.
Ecological Role
As a of Linyphiidae, Frederickus likely function as of small arthropods in ground-level and vegetation-associated . Their small size suggests on springtails, small flies, and other minute prey.
Similar Taxa
- Other Linyphiidae generaFrederickus is morphologically similar to other dwarf spider , requiring genitalic examination for definitive identification. The genus was separated from related based on detailed morphological study of reproductive structures.
More Details
Taxonomic history
The was erected by P. Paquin and colleagues in 2008, with two transferred or newly described at that time. The genus name honors arachnologist Frederick Coyle for his contributions to spider .
Species composition
As of 2019, the contains F. coylei and F. wilburi. No additional have been described since the genus was established.