arachnid taxonomy

Arachnid taxonomy is the classification system that groups arachnids, a class of joint-legged invertebrates, based on shared characteristics. They are part of the phylum Arthropoda and the class Arachnida, which includes creatures like spiders, scorpions, ticks, and mites. These animals are distinguished by features such as having eight legs, a body divided into two main parts (the cephalothorax and abdomen), and specialized mouthparts called chelicerae. Taxonomists organize arachnids into smaller groups called orders based on traits like appearance, behavior, and genetics, helping scientists understand their relationships and evolution.