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• Zodarion

  Ant Spiders

  Zodarion is a genus of ant-eating spiders in the family Zodariidae, comprising over 150 described species. These spiders are specialized predators that employ aggressive mimicry to hunt ants, and are found across Eurasia, North Africa, and North America. They are notable for constructing distinctive igloo-shaped stone retreats for daytime shelter.

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