Modysticus
Gertsch, 1953
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2Modysticus is a of crab spiders in the Thomisidae, first described by Gertsch in 1953. As of 2017, the genus contains four distributed in the United States and Mexico. Members of this genus share the characteristic crab-like body form and front legs typical of thomisid spiders. The genus is poorly studied, with limited published information on its and .
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How to pronounce Modysticus: /moʊˈdɪs.tɪ.kʊs/
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Distribution
United States and Mexico
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Taxonomic history
The was established by Gertsch in 1953 and remains a small, poorly known group within the Thomisidae. Only four have been described as of 2017.
Research status
Modysticus is among the least documented spider in North America, with only 8 observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the source date. No -level biological studies have been published.