The aetana is a genus of spiders belonging to the family Pholcidae, which are colloquially referred to as daddy long-legs spiders. As of May 2019, there are 21 spider species in this genus.
Size: 0.2-1 cm (0.08–0.39 in)
Color: These spiders are an ocherous yellow, with light brown legs covered in dark bands.
Other Characteristic Features: Like other members of the Pholcidae family, they have very long legs.
The eggs are laid inside a silk sac, with each sac containing around 30 eggs.
Spiderlings have comparatively shorter legs than adults, but eventually, they resemble adults as they mature.
Their webs are irregularly built, with them adding layers on top of existing ones.
Despite misconceptions held to this day, the venom of these spiders is not deadly to humans—their bite, at worst, leaves behind a temporary burning sensation that passes quickly.
| Lifespan | Around 3 years |
| Distribution | Southeast Asia, most notably the Philippines |
| Habitat | Secluded areas such as behind doors and cupboards or under logs and rocks |
| Common Predators | Birds |
| Diet | Aphids, other spiders |
The aetana is a genus of spiders belonging to the family Pholcidae, which are colloquially referred to as daddy long-legs spiders. As of May 2019, there are 21 spider species in this genus.
Size: 0.2-1 cm (0.08–0.39 in)
Color: These spiders are an ocherous yellow, with light brown legs covered in dark bands.
Other Characteristic Features: Like other members of the Pholcidae family, they have very long legs.
The eggs are laid inside a silk sac, with each sac containing around 30 eggs.
Spiderlings have comparatively shorter legs than adults, but eventually, they resemble adults as they mature.
Their webs are irregularly built, with them adding layers on top of existing ones.
Despite misconceptions held to this day, the venom of these spiders is not deadly to humans—their bite, at worst, leaves behind a temporary burning sensation that passes quickly.
| Lifespan | Around 3 years |
| Distribution | Southeast Asia, most notably the Philippines |
| Habitat | Secluded areas such as behind doors and cupboards or under logs and rocks |
| Common Predators | Birds |
| Diet | Aphids, other spiders |
