Araneae

order of arachnids Araneae (Araneae) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 33 families with 133 known species. Key family groups include Agelenidae, Amaurobiidae, Anyphaenidae, Araneidae, Atypidae, and Cheiracanthiidae. Among its members, 25 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Arachnids (Arachnida).