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dictynidae_web

Meshweb spiders (Dictynidae family) make webs that are similar to cobweb spiders (Theriidae) but have a little more structure. The spiders are usually found in small, messy webs at the tips of vegetation, especially in grassy fields. They can also be found under stones and dead leaves.

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Identification: Dictynidae
Location: Michigan
Date Taken: 2002
Contributors: Tanya Dewey, Animal Diversity Web
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Subjects: Type Photo; Subject Sign; Type Photo; Subject Nest

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