Common Name: Agelenidae Spider (commonly known as funnel weavers or grass spiders)
Scientific Name: Agelenidae
Family: Agelinidae
Description: Agelenidae spiders are usually medium-sized spiders known for their distinctive funnel-shaped wings. They have long bodies with long, thin legs. They vary in color but generally include blue, white, or tan. They have eight eight eyes arranged in two rows.
Population: Agelnidae spider populations can vary depending on factors such as habitat suitability and prey availability. They are genearlly widespread and not considered a threat.
Found where: These spiders are found all worldwide, with species inhabiting various regions and ecosystems.
Habitat: These spiders are commonly found in grassy areas, forests, meadows, and other vegetation-rich environments. They often build their funnel-shaped webs in low vegetation, along the ground, or in corners of buildings and structures.
Food: These spiders are carnivorous and primarily feed on insects that become trapped in their webs. They typically prey on small insects such as flies, mosquitoes, and beetles. Once ensnared in the web, the spider will immobilize its prey with silk before consuming it.
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