Mecynargus borealis

(Jackson, 1930)

Mecynargus borealis is a sheet-web weaving in the Linyphiidae, first described by Jackson in 1930. The has a Holarctic distribution, occurring in northern Europe, Russia, and North America including Canada and Svalbard. As a linyphiid spider, it constructs flat sheet webs with a retreat for capturing small flying and crawling .

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How to pronounce Mecynargus borealis: /miːˈsɪn.ɑr.ɡəs bɔːˈreɪ.ə.lɪs/

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Distribution

Northern Europe, Russia (Europe to Middle Siberia), Canada, and Svalbard. Records indicate presence in Norway and Sweden.

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