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Triangulate Cobweb Spider
Steatoda triangulosa
36.1409, -95.9529
Field Notes
Description:
The adult female triangulate cobweb spider is 3 mm to 6 mm long, with a brownish-orange cephalothorax and spindly, yellowish legs, and tiny hairs. The round, bulbous abdomen is creamy in color, with parallel purply-brown zigzag lines running front to back. This distinctive pattern sets it apart from other theridiids in its area. The triangulate cobweb spider is known to prey on many other types of arthropods, including ants (including fire ants), other spiders, pillbugs, and ticks. It preys on several other spiders believed to be harmful to humans, including the hobo spider and the brown recluse.
(Taken from Wikipedia)
Habitat:
This species has adapted well to living well in our homes and sheds.
Notes:
This female had recently laid her eggs on my kitchen windowsill. I have been watching her ever since she was just a spiderling herself. I will be adding more photos latter, as I do not wish to disturb her anymore than necessary.
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