This large genus belongs to the orb weavers family of spiders. There are many species in this genus that have multiple subspecies.
| Spotted Orb Weaver (Neoscona crucifera) |
Size: Female spiders of this big genus could be 0.27-0.78 in (7-20 mm) and males are much smaller than these females of their species.
Color: Brown, rust, or grayish bodies are observed.
Other Characteristic Features: Many species have interesting patterns on their large abdomen.
Around 1000 eggs are deposited safely in an egg sac.
Spiderlings separate immediately from their mothers.
Like any orb weaver, these spiders make webs everyday and then consume that after 20-24 hours.
These spiders are usually not a threat to humans, but it is definitely the other way around.
| Distribution | Throughout the world |
| Habitat | Grasslands |
| Diet | Flies and other insects |
| Lifespan | Around 1 year, but it may vary from one species to another |
Image Credits: idtools.org
This large genus belongs to the orb weavers family of spiders. There are many species in this genus that have multiple subspecies.
| Spotted Orb Weaver (Neoscona crucifera) |
Size: Female spiders of this big genus could be 0.27-0.78 in (7-20 mm) and males are much smaller than these females of their species.
Color: Brown, rust, or grayish bodies are observed.
Other Characteristic Features: Many species have interesting patterns on their large abdomen.
Around 1000 eggs are deposited safely in an egg sac.
Spiderlings separate immediately from their mothers.
Like any orb weaver, these spiders make webs everyday and then consume that after 20-24 hours.
These spiders are usually not a threat to humans, but it is definitely the other way around.
| Distribution | Throughout the world |
| Habitat | Grasslands |
| Diet | Flies and other insects |
| Lifespan | Around 1 year, but it may vary from one species to another |
Image Credits: idtools.org
