Trachelas

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Trachelas: /ˈtrækɪləs/

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Summary

Trachelas is a genus of true spiders in the family Trachelidae, primarily recognized by their physical similarities, necessitating genital examination for accurate identification. The genus includes eight known species in the United States, with broader distributions across North and Central America.

Physical Characteristics

Species in the genus Trachelas look largely similar to each other with identification typically requiring examination of the genitalia.

Identification Tips

In areas where more than one species can be found, identification via genitalia is usually required due to their similar appearance.

Habitat

Trachelas species are generally found in a variety of habitats, though specific preferences may vary by species.

Distribution

Trachelas huachucanus is found in Arizona and New Mexico; Trachelas mexicanus ranges from Utah and Colorado south through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas; Trachelas organatus occurs in Arizona, Sonora, and Baja California; Trachelas pacificus is found in Western North America from California and Nevada south to northern Baja California; Trachelas similis ranges from the Southeastern United States south to Costa Rica; Trachelas sinuosus is found in Southern Georgia and Florida; Trachelas tranquillus is observed from New England south to Georgia and Alabama, and west to Kansas and Minnesota, also reported in Ontario and Nova Scotia, Canada; Trachelas volutus is found in the Southeastern United States.

Evolution

Trachelas was placed in the family Trachelidae in 2014; however, the consensus on this classification may vary.

Tags

• genus Trachelas
• Trachelidae
• broad-faced sac spider