ray spider

ray spider

      any spider of the family Theridiosomatidae (order Araneida), known for their conelike webs. Most ray spiders are less than 3 mm (0.125 inch) in body length and are usually found near streams or in damp areas. The strands of the ray spider's web extend outward in raylike groups of three or four. The web is pulled into a cone shape by a strand attached from the web centre to a nearby twig. This strand, held taut by the spider, is released when an insect becomes caught in the web; the web snaps back, further ensnaring the insect.

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