Microlinyphia dana
(Chamberlin & Ivie, 1943)
Dana Sheet-web Micro-weaver
Microlinyphia dana is a small sheetweb spider in the Linyphiidae, commonly known as the Dana Sheet-web Micro-weaver. It constructs flat, horizontal sheet webs typically positioned close to the ground or vegetation. The is documented from the United States and Canada, though detailed natural history information remains limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Microlinyphia dana: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈlɪnɪfɪə ˈdeɪnə/
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Distribution
United States and Canada.
Behavior
Constructs sheet webs—flat, horizontal webs often with a dome or tangle of threads above the sheet to knock down flying prey.
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Etymology
The specific epithet "dana" likely references Danaë from Greek mythology, a common naming convention in the Microlinyphia; the "Dana Sheet-web Micro-weaver" reflects this derivation.
Taxonomic History
Originally described by Chamberlin & Ivie in 1943. The Microlinyphia was established to accommodate small linyphiid spiders with distinctive genitalic .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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