A small orb-weaving spider species belonging to the Araneidae family, characterized by intricate web-building behavior and distinctive color patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Temperate European woodland edges, grasslands, and shrubby areas with moderate vegetation density, typically found at elevations between 0-1,500 meters above sea level.
Ecological Role
Critical predator in small arthropod population control, contributing to ecosystem balance by managing insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators.
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with variable coloration, typically light brown to grayish with darker geometric markings
LIMBS WINGSEight legs with fine sensory hairs, adapted for web navigation and prey capture
HEAD SENSORYEight eyes arranged in two rows, with advanced visual perception for web construction and prey detection
BODY STRUCTURESmall spider with body length 6-10 mm, characterized by a rounded abdomen with intricate geometric patterns
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Markus Krieger
