Xysticus britcheri
Gertsch, 1934
Xysticus britcheri is a of crab spider in the Thomisidae, first described by Gertsch in 1934. The species has a transcontinental distribution spanning northern Eurasia and North America, with records from Russia (including Siberia), Canada, and the United States. Like other members of the Xysticus, it is a ground-dwelling ambush .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Xysticus britcheri: //zɪsˈtɪkəs ˈbrɪtʃəraɪ//
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Distribution
Russia (European part to Far East, including Siberia), Canada (Alberta), and the United States. The exhibits a disjunct transcontinental distribution pattern typical of some and arctic spider species.
More Details
Taxonomic history
The was described by Willis J. Gertsch in 1934. The specific epithet 'britcheri' honors an individual, though the original publication details are not provided in available sources.