👉 The term "cochliid" is a genus of insects in the family Theridiidae. These insects belong to a group of arachnids known as Cochlididae, which are also known as snakeflies or spider flies. Cochliids have a long, slender body with two pairs of long legs that are adapted for their role as midges. They are found in many parts of the world and can be found on various surfaces such as wood, leaves,