Argyrodes pluto

Banks, 1906

Argyrodes pluto is a of cobweb spider in the Theridiidae. It is found in the United States, Mexico, and Jamaica. Like other members of the Argyrodes, it is likely a kleptoparasite that lives on the webs of larger orb-weaving spiders, though specific behavioral observations for this species are not documented.

Bulletin of the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard College (1962) (20497838891) by Internet Archive Book Images. Used under a No restrictions license.Bulletin of the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard College (1962) (20303503828) by Internet Archive Book Images. Used under a No restrictions license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Argyrodes pluto: /ɑːrˈdʒaɪroʊdiːz ˈpluːtoʊ/

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Distribution

United States, Mexico, and Jamaica.

Similar Taxa

  • Argyrodes elevatusSimilar dewdrop spider found in North America, distinguished by geographic range and subtle morphological differences
  • Argyrodes antipodianusRelated kleptoparasitic studied for interactions, though not known from the same geographic region

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