Pirata montanus

Emerton, 1885

Dark-legged Pirate Wolf Spider

Pirata montanus is a of wolf spider in the Lycosidae. It is known from North America and the Russian Far East, including the Kuril Islands. The species has been recorded in the USA, Canada, and Russia. Like other members of the Pirata, it is associated with moist near water. The specific epithet 'montanus' suggests a mountain-dwelling habit, though explicit habitat details are limited in available sources.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pirata montanus: /pɪˈrɑːtə mɒnˈtænəs/

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Habitat

Associated with moist environments near water, typical for the Pirata. The specific epithet 'montanus' suggests mountain , though direct habitat documentation for this is limited.

Distribution

USA, Canada, Russia (Kuril Islands). Present in North America and Europe & Northern Asia (excluding China).

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