Purplecorna


Purplecorna is a genus of spiders in the family Dictynidae.

Distribution

Most species are found from Canada to Mexico, with one endemic to Panama, and another reaching into the Caribbean.

Etymology

The genus name refers to purple corn, a variety of corn originating in South America.

Taxonomy

All species transferred to this genus were formerly placed in Dictyna.

Species

, this genus includes seven species:Purplecorna gloriaUnited StatesPurplecorna guerrerensisMexicoPurplecorna incredulaMexico Purplecorna lectaPanamaPurplecorna meditata – Mexico to Panama, Jamaica, Cuba, BonairePurplecorna miniata – MexicoPurplecorna terrestrisCanada, United States