Ebo latithorax
This record describes Ebo latithorax (species). Recorded family: Philodromidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Female epigynum: Ventral: Dorsal: Male palp: Ventral: Lateral:
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Philodromidae (Running Crab Spiders)
- Genus
- Ebo
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Fields, field margins, under logs and occasionally in homes
Geographic Range
Texas to Georgia, northward to Nebraska, Michigan, southern Ontario, and Massachusetts
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Keyserling, 1884
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Ebo latithorax. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
As of 2023, 51,673 spider species in 136 families have been recorded, though an estimated 150,000 species exist. Spiders rank 7th in total species diversity among all organism orders. Only 0.5% of spider species pose any risk to human health.
Ecological role of the group
Spider venom contains complex peptides with diverse pharmacological activities, making them valuable for drug development research. Spiders produce up to 7 types of silk from specialized glands. Spider silk genes have been inserted into mammals and plants for biotech applications.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The global spider community kills an estimated 400-800 million tons of prey annually (2017 study). Spiders provide billions of dollars in natural pest control for agriculture. Spider silk is 5× stronger than steel of the same diameter, driving a biomaterials research industry.
Recorded sources for this group: World Spider Catalog, PNAS, Nature, ScienceDirect. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Ebo latithorax (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chad Heins; Additional contributions by John Rosenfeld
Frequently Asked Questions About Ebo latithorax
What is Ebo latithorax?
Ebo latithorax is a species in the family Philodromidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Ebo latithorax?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Males | 2.27mm |
| Females | 2.82mm |
How do you identify Ebo latithorax?
Female epigynum: Ventral: Dorsal: Male palp: Ventral: Lateral:
Where is Ebo latithorax found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Fields, field margins, under logs and occasionally in homes |
| Range | Texas to Georgia, northward to Nebraska, Michigan, southern Ontario, and Massachusetts |