Tetragnathidae
Definition of Tetragnathidae as it relates to Animals, Arachnids, Amblypygi, Harvestmen
Tetragnathidae, commonly known as long-jawed orb weavers, are a family of arachnids belonging to the order Araneae. Characterized by their elongated jaws and slender bodies, these spiders primarily build vertically oriented orb webs, often in vegetation overhanging water. Their diet mainly consists of flying insects that become ensnared in their intricate webs. Tetragnathidae members exhibit a wide geographical distribution, with many species found in both temperate and tropical regions around the world.