Wolf spiders
Scientific name: Lycosidae
Wolf spiders
Scientific name: Lycosidae
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Description
Spiders often evoke a mix of fascination and unease, and members of the Lycosidae family, commonly referred to as wolf spiders, are no exception. Unlike the myths surrounding other arachnids, wolf spiders actually serve as pest controllers, stealthily hunting their prey rather than spinning webs. Subtly defying the stereotype of the passive web-dwelling spider, they use their excellent night vision to actively pursue prey. Moreover, these spiders exhibit an unusual maternal behavior: females carry their egg sacs attached to their spinnerets and subsequently, the spiderlings ride on the mother's back for several weeks, showcasing a remarkable early life nurturing not commonly associated with arachnids.
Species of Wolf spiders
Scientific Classification
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