Corinna (spider) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Corinna (spider) |
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| A Corinna capito spider | |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Subphylum: | Chelicerata |
| Class: | Arachnida |
| Order: | Araneae |
| Infraorder: | Araneomorphae |
| Family: | Corinnidae |
| Genus: | Corinna C. L. Koch, 1841 |
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| C. rubripes C. L. Koch, 1841 |
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Corinna is a genus of spiders often called corinnid sac spiders. These interesting creatures were first officially described by a scientist named Carl Ludwig Koch in 1841.
You can find Corinna spiders mainly in Mexico and further south into Brazil. Some specific types of Corinna spiders are also found in Africa.
What are Corinna Spiders?
Corinna spiders are part of the Corinnidae family. This family is known for its quick and active spiders. They are often found on the ground or in low plants.
These spiders are usually small to medium-sized. They have a body shape that helps them move quickly. Like all spiders, they have eight legs and produce silk.
Where Do They Live?
Most Corinna spiders live in warmer parts of the world. Their main home is in Central America and South America. This includes countries like Mexico, Brazil, and many others.
Some species have also been found in parts of Africa. They prefer habitats where they can hunt insects and other small creatures.
How Many Species Are There?
As of 2019, scientists have identified eighty-five different species within the Corinna genus. Each species has its own unique features.
Some examples of these species include C. aberrans from Cuba and C. aenea from Brazil. The first species described was C. rubripes.
See also
In Spanish: Corinna para niños
