Veromessor-pergandei

Guides

• Euryopis californica

  Euryopis californica is a small cobweb spider in the family Theridiidae, notable for its highly specialized ant-hunting behavior. Unlike most theridiids that construct tangled webs to capture prey, this species is an active predator that specifically targets harvester ants. It has been documented as a predator of Veromessor pergandei, employing unique hunting tactics to overcome the formidable defenses of these aggressive ants. The species occurs in the United States and Mexico.

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