Neriene litigiosa

(Keyserling, 1886)

Sierra Dome Spider

Neriene litigiosa, commonly known as the sierra dome spider, is a sheetweb weaver in the Linyphiidae. This has been the subject of long-term behavioral research since 1980 due to its complex mating system. It is native to North America and has been introduced to China. The species belongs to the dome spider Neriene, which constructs characteristic dome-shaped webs.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neriene litigiosa: /nɛˈriːɛni ˌlɪtɪˈdʒoʊsə/

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Distribution

Native to North America; introduced to China.

Behavior

This has a complex mating system that has been under scientific study since 1980 at the University of Montana's Flathead Lake Biological Station.

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Research history

Long-term behavioral research on this has been conducted by Dr. Paul J. Watson at the Flathead Lake Biological Station since 1980, focusing on its complex mating system.