Oligotomidae
Scientific name: Oligotomidae
Oligotomidae
Scientific name: Oligotomidae
Description
Despite their diminutive size, members of the Oligotomidae family are enchanting architects of the insect world. These creatures, often overlooked, fashion intricate silk nests that serve as protection against predators and environmental hazards. A common misconception is that all small, silk-producing insects are closely related to spiders or other popular silk-makers like silkworms; however, Oligotomidae are unique in their methods and purposes for silk use. Their elaborate silk structures are not just homes but are fortresses, meticulously engineered for survival and indicative of their sophisticated behavior seldom recognized in the microcosm of tiny insects.