Cyrtoxipha columbiana

Caudell, 1907

Columbian trig

Cyrtoxipha columbiana is a small commonly known as the Columbian trig. It belongs to the Trigonidiidae, a group often referred to as winged or 'trigs.' The species is to the southeastern United States with scattered reports from more northern states.

Columbian Trig - Cyrtoxipha columbiana, Woodbridge, Virginia by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.Common House Spider - Parasteatoda tepidariorum and prey - Cyrtoxipha columbiana, Woodbridge, Virginia by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Cyrtoxipha columbiana: //sɜrˈtɒksɪfə kəˌlʌm.biˈɑnə//

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Distribution

to most of the southeastern United States, with core range extending north to New Jersey. Sightings have been reported from more northern locations including New York and Massachusetts. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, and additional southeastern states.

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Taxonomic Note

placement has been subject to revision. Some sources historically placed this in , but current places it in Trigonidiidae.

Observation Data

As of the iNaturalist record, this has accumulated 3,330 observations, indicating it is relatively well-documented.

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