ctenizidae

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • A family of large burrowing spiders: "Ctenizidae" is the scientific name for a family of spiders known for constructing burrows with trapdoors. These spiders are typically large and are often called trapdoor spiders due to their characteristic burrowing behavior.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Ctenizidae are fascinating to arachnologists because of their complex burrow architecture.
  • A member of the Ctenizidae was observed near its camouflaged trapdoor.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: The term is used formally in biological classification to refer to this specific family within the order Araneae.
  • The specimen was keyed out and identified as belonging to the family Ctenizidae.

Variants and Related Words

• Ctenizid (noun/adjective): A spider belonging to the family Ctenizidae; of or relating to this family.
  • The ctenizid spider remained hidden in its burrow.

Synonyms

• Trapdoor spiders: A common name for spiders in the family Ctenizidae and some related families, describing their burrowing habit.
• Mygalomorph spiders: A broader infraorder (Mygalomorphae) that includes Ctenizidae and other spiders like tarantulas, characterized by similar fang orientation.

Related Terms

• Burrow: The underground dwelling constructed by these spiders.
• Trapdoor: The hinged, camouflaged lid of the burrow.

Học thuật

Noun

1. large burrowing spiders

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Ctenizidae
• family Ctenizidae