theridiid

Example:Unlike the theridiid spider, the orb weaver created a distinctive circular web in the garden.

Definition:A spider that constructs a circular or wheel-like web, typically composed of non-sticky silk used for catching prey.

Example:The reed wolf was a misleading term as the theridiid spiders were well-known for their solitary lifestyle and solitary webs.

Definition:A colloquial term sometimes used to refer to groups of spiders clustering in a web, contrasting with the solitary nature of theridiid spiders.