A small orb-weaving spider species belonging to the Araneidae family, native to North America. Known for its distinctive web-building behavior and intricate circular web design.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Temperate woodland edges, gardens, shrubs, and forest margins across eastern and central United States, preferring areas with dense vegetation and moderate humidity levels between 50-75%.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations, serving as a natural predator of small flying and crawling invertebrates. Contributes to maintaining ecological balance in its local ecosystem.
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with variable coloration, typically green to yellowish-green with dark markings
LIMBS WINGSEight slender legs with fine sensory hairs, adapted for web navigation and prey capture
HEAD SENSORYEight eyes arranged in two rows, high visual acuity for detecting prey and predators
BODY STRUCTURESmall spider, typically 5-8 mm in body length, with a compact and rounded abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: James Henry Emerton (1847 – 1931)
