How does the *Dysdera* spider's use of silk contrast with general traits of Order Araneae?

*Dysdera* relies more on silk for lining retreats or wrapping prey rather than aerial capture webs.

The Order Araneae is universally defined by the capacity to produce silk via spinnerets. However, *how* that silk is utilized varies dramatically across the order. While many familiar spiders employ silk primarily for constructing large, classic aerial capture webs to intercept flying insects, the Woodlouse Spider exhibits a behavioral adaptation where its silk usage is redirected. This species utilizes its silk predominantly for ground-level activities, such as lining its underground retreats, constructing burrows, or wrapping up captured ground-dwelling prey, rather than relying on large, intricate nets suspended in the air.