Tetragnatha caudata
This record describes Tetragnatha caudata (species). Recorded family: Tetragnathidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Not diagnostic, but can separate some species:
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Tetragnathidae (Long-jawed Orb Weavers)
- Genus
- Tetragnatha (Longjawed Orbweavers)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Most common in Eastern USA/Canada, occurs in the North West too.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tetragnatha caudata Emerton, 1884
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Tetragnatha caudata. 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 Tetragnatha caudata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Lynette Elliott; Additional contributions by Nathaniel Green , chuuuuung
Frequently Asked Questions About Tetragnatha caudata
What is Tetragnatha caudata?
Tetragnatha caudata is a species in the family Tetragnathidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Tetragnatha caudata?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Female | Length 7.6-11.5 mm |
| Male | Length 5.7-8.9 mm |
How do you identify Tetragnatha caudata?
Not diagnostic, but can separate some species:
Where is Tetragnatha caudata found?
Range: Most common in Eastern USA/Canada, occurs in the North West too.