Dictynidae
Dictynidae is a family of small to medium-sized spiders within the order Araneae, known collectively as cribellate spiders due to their use of the cribellum, a silk-spinning organ, to produce fine, woolly silk. This family comprises over 400 recognized species distributed worldwide, primarily in temperate and tropical regions.
Members of Dictynidae are characterized by their six or more eyes arranged in a hexagonal or irregular
Ecologically, Dictynidae play a role in controlling insect populations, preying on small insects and other arthropods.
The family is taxonomically diverse, with several genera, including Dictyna, Uloborus, and Didaena. Phylogenetic studies suggest
Research on Dictynidae contributes to understanding silk evolution and arachnid ecology. Their distinctive web-building behaviors and
Overall, Dictynidae represents an important group within the spider family, notable for their specialized silk use