Delena, a small genus belongs to the family of huntsman spiders comprising of about four species.
Size: Females are approximately 3 cm (1.8 inches) long, while males have a body length of about 2.5 cm (0.98 inches)
Color: The four species of this genus have a brown body, though the patterns and markings may differ.
Other Characteristic Features: Spiders of this genus have a hairy appearance.
The sac is flat and oval, having about 200 eggs on an average.
They remain with their mother for a couple of weeks and then drift apart to thrive on their own.
They are harmless to humans, but their bites could cause swelling, pain, and redness alongside other symptoms.
| Lifespan | Approximately two years |
| Distribution | Different parts of Australia and New Zealand |
| Habitat | Dry, dark places |
| Diet | Insects |
Image Credits: collections.museumvictoria.com.au
Delena, a small genus belongs to the family of huntsman spiders comprising of about four species.
Size: Females are approximately 3 cm (1.8 inches) long, while males have a body length of about 2.5 cm (0.98 inches)
Color: The four species of this genus have a brown body, though the patterns and markings may differ.
Other Characteristic Features: Spiders of this genus have a hairy appearance.
The sac is flat and oval, having about 200 eggs on an average.
They remain with their mother for a couple of weeks and then drift apart to thrive on their own.
They are harmless to humans, but their bites could cause swelling, pain, and redness alongside other symptoms.
| Lifespan | Approximately two years |
| Distribution | Different parts of Australia and New Zealand |
| Habitat | Dry, dark places |
| Diet | Insects |
Image Credits: collections.museumvictoria.com.au
Mumpi Ghosh on September 7, 2019.
Dr. Watuwa James
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