Melocosa

Gertsch, 1937

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Melocosa is a of wolf spiders ( Lycosidae) described by Gertsch in 1937. The genus contains two as of 2017. It belongs to the diverse family of active hunting spiders known for their ground-dwelling habits and maternal care of sacs.

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How to pronounce Melocosa: /ˌmɛləˈkoʊsə/

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Taxonomic history

The was established by Gertsch in 1937 and has remained small, with only two recognized documented as of 2017.

Data limitations

Detailed biological information for Melocosa is sparse in published literature. Most available sources focus on taxonomic placement rather than natural history.

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