A nocturnal orb-weaver spider species native to Europe, characterized by its flat, camouflaged body and distinctive web-building behavior
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Woodland edges, forest margins, gardens, and sheltered areas with dense vegetation, typically found in temperate European regions at altitudes ranging from 0-1000 meters
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations, serving as an important predator in woodland and garden ecosystems, contributing to natural pest management
Morphology
SKIN COATCryptic exoskeleton with camouflage patterns resembling tree bark or lichen
LIMBS WINGSEight legs with specialized setae for web construction and prey capture, leg span of approximately 30-40 mm
HEAD SENSORYEight eyes arranged in two rows, excellent nocturnal vision adaptation, sensitive chemoreceptors for prey detection
BODY STRUCTUREFlattened, disk-like abdomen with mottled brown and grey coloration, body length approximately 10-15 mm, body weight around 0.2-0.4 grams
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Leon Becker
