The Kukulcania geophila spider is a member of the family of crevice weaver spiders. The American duo of biologist Ralph Vary Chamberlin and arachnologist Vaine Wilton Ivie first described this species in 1935.
Kukulcania geophila
Size: Male: 0.55 cm Female: 0.6-0.75 cm
Color: The females are velvety black, while the males are tan.
Other Characteristic Features: Female spiders of these species are similar in appearance to tarantulas.
The eggs are present in a white, fibrous sac that looks like a pillow and is held in place with silk fibers.
Spiderlings resemble miniature adults, with their coloration developing over time.
They create flat webs to capture their prey.
Outside of allergic reactions, bites from these spiders are not dangerous to humans.
| Lifespan | 5-8 years |
| Distribution | Mexico and the United States, primarily in California |
| Habitat | Underneath rocks and in caves |
| Diet | Beetles, cockroaches, and houseflies |
Image Source: idtools.org
The Kukulcania geophila spider is a member of the family of crevice weaver spiders. The American duo of biologist Ralph Vary Chamberlin and arachnologist Vaine Wilton Ivie first described this species in 1935.
Kukulcania geophila
Size: Male: 0.55 cm Female: 0.6-0.75 cm
Color: The females are velvety black, while the males are tan.
Other Characteristic Features: Female spiders of these species are similar in appearance to tarantulas.
The eggs are present in a white, fibrous sac that looks like a pillow and is held in place with silk fibers.
Spiderlings resemble miniature adults, with their coloration developing over time.
They create flat webs to capture their prey.
Outside of allergic reactions, bites from these spiders are not dangerous to humans.
| Lifespan | 5-8 years |
| Distribution | Mexico and the United States, primarily in California |
| Habitat | Underneath rocks and in caves |
| Diet | Beetles, cockroaches, and houseflies |
Image Source: idtools.org
