Teminius affinis
Banks, 1897
prowling spider
Teminius affinis is a of prowling spider in the Miturgidae, first described by Banks in 1897. It occurs in the southern United States and Mexico. As a member of the prowling spider family, it is likely an active hunter rather than a web-builder, though specific behavioral observations for this species are limited in the available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Teminius affinis: /tɛˈmɪniʊs æˈfɪnɪs/
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Distribution
Found in the United States and Mexico. Specific state or regional records within these countries are not detailed in available sources.
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Taxonomic note
The Teminius is classified within the Miturgidae, a group commonly known as prowling spiders or long-legged sac spiders. Members of this family are characterized by their wandering hunting and the construction of temporary silk retreats rather than permanent webs for prey capture.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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