🌿Native Nature

Stretch Spiders

Tetragnatha

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Tetragnathidae ›

About

Tetragnatha is a genus of spiders containing hundreds of species. They are found all over the world, although most occur in the tropics and subtropics. They are commonly called stretch spiders, referring to their elongated body form. When disturbed they will stretch their front legs forward and the others in the other direction, thus being able to hide on blades of grass or similar elongated substrates. They are able to run over water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Stretch Spiders?
The scientific name of Stretch Spiders is Tetragnatha.
What kingdom does Stretch Spiders belong to?
Stretch Spiders belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Stretch Spiders belong to?
Stretch Spiders belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Stretch Spiders belong to?
Stretch Spiders belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Stretch Spiders belong to?
Stretch Spiders belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Stretch Spiders belong to?
Stretch Spiders belongs to the family Tetragnathidae.