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Arachnids 45 - Systematic Listing

(30 speciess + 15 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 67

Last update: 09/10/2026 23:40:32

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Argentina

General Information

Argentina is located in the southernmost part of South America, bordering Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil, Uruguay, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean and the Drake Passage to the south, and Chile to the west. Argentina´s geographical position is unique, as it encompasses a wide range of climates and landscapes, from the peaks of the Andes mountain range to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The country can be divided into several geographical regions, including the Pampas, Patagonia, Cuyo, and Chaco, each with its own geographical and climatic characteristics.

To get to Argentina, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, including Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, which is the largest and busiest in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to different destinations. You can also enter Argentina by land, through the borders with neighboring countries, or by sea, through the ports of the Atlantic Ocean. Once inside the country, you can use different modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cars, to get to the various places of interest.

In terms of environments and characteristics of the surroundings, Argentina is a country with great geographical diversity. The Pampas region is a fertile and flat plain, covered with grasslands and crops, while the Patagonia region is a mountainous and glacial area, with a cold and windy climate. The Cuyo region is a valley and mountain area, with a dry and sunny climate, while the Chaco region is a forest and savanna area, with a hot and humid climate. The vegetation in Argentina is also very varied, with quebracho and algarrobo forests in the Chaco region, grasslands in the Pampas, and shrubs and cacti in Patagonia.

In terms of useful logistical information, it is essential to keep in mind that Argentina is a large and diverse country, and each region has its own characteristics and needs. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and research the climatic and geographical conditions of each place before traveling. It is also important to consider the availability of services and infrastructure in each region, as some areas may be more remote and difficult to access than others. In terms of accessibility, Argentina has a network of roads and highways that connect the different cities and towns, although some areas may be more difficult to access due to lack of infrastructure or weather conditions.

In summary, Argentina is a country with great geographical and climatic diversity, offering a variety of landscapes and environments to explore. With proper planning and prior research, it is possible to enjoy a unique and exciting nature observation experience in this country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026



Regions
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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1OpilionesGonyleptidaeOpisthoplatus prospicuusNative
  
2Pachyloides thorelliiNative
  
3AraneaeActinopodidaeSouth American Trapdoor SpiderAraña TramperaCaranguejeira De AlçapãoActinopus sp.Native
  
4AnyphaenidaeArachosia praesignisNative
  
5AraneidaeAlpaida leucogrammaNative
  
6Araña Tejedora NaranjaAlpaida veniliaeNative
  
7Alpaida versicolorNative
  
8Araña del LimoneroAraneus lathyrinusNative
  
9Araneus sp.Native
  
10Araneus uniformisNative
  
11Araneus workmaniNative
  
12Cyclosa diversaNative
  
13Cyclosa sp.Native
  
14Eustala sp.Native
  
15Spiny-backed OrbweaverGasteracantha cancriformisNot listed
  
16Larinia sp.Native
  
17Metepeira sp.Native
  
18Parawixia audaxNative
  
19Parawixia sp.Native
  
20Parawixia undulataNative
  
21CheiracanthiidaeCheiracanthium sp.Native
  
22CtenidaeAsthenoctenus borelliiNative
  
23DesidaeBadumna longinquaNative
  
24DysderidaeWoodlouse SpiderDysdera crocataExotic
  
25GnaphosidaeLatonigena auricomisNative
  
26LycosidaeDiapontia uruguayensisNative
  
27OxyopidaeOxyopes salticusNative
  
28PhilodromidaeFageia moschataNative
  
29PholcidaeAraña De Patas LargasPholcus phalangioidesNative
  
30SalticidaeAphirape sp.Native
  
31Chira gounelleiNative
  
32Cotinusa vittataNative
  
33Lyssomanes pauperNative
  
34Lyssomanes sp.Native
  
35Megafreya sutrixNative
  
36ScytodidaeAraña EscupidoraScytodes globulaNative
  
37SegestriidaeAriadna sp.Native
  
38SparassidaeArañon del MontePolybetes pythagoricusNative
  
39Polybetes rapidusNative
  
40TetragnathidaeLeucauge sp.Native
  
41Stretch SpidersTetragnatha sp.Native
  
42TheridiidaeSteatoda triangulosaNative
  
43ThomisidaeAraña CangrejoMisumenops sp.Native
  
44Tmarus sp.Native
  
45TrachelidaeTrachelopachys cingulipesNative
  
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