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Latrodectus. Type: Invertebrates. Diet: Carnivore. Average Life Span In The Wild: 1 to 3 years. Size: 1.5 inches long; diameter of 0.25 inches. Weight: 0.035 ounces. Size relative to a paper...
Latrodectus mactans, known as southern black widow or simply black widow, and the shoe-button spider, [citation needed] is a venomous species of spider in the genus Latrodectus. The females are well known for their distinctive black and red coloring and for the fact that they will occasionally eat their mates after reproduction.
Oct 22, 2021 · The Latrodectus genus encompasses 32 species broadly spread around the globe, 14 of which occur in the Americas. Despite the high number of species found in the New World, the knowledge on these spiders is still scarce. This review covers the general knowledge on Latrodectus spp. from the Americas.
Aug 30, 2018 · The black widow spider (Latrodectus mactans) is probably the most feared spider in North America. Its venomous bite is excruciating, and the spider gets its name because females sometimes eat their mates. Yet, this spider doesn't deserve its bad reputation. Here are the facts you need to know.
Latrodectus mactans. By Matthew McCorkle. Geographic Range. Habitat. Physical Description. Development. Reproduction. Lifespan/Longevity. Behavior. Food Habits. Predation. Ecosystem Roles. Economic Importance for Humans: Positive. Economic Importance for Humans: Negative. Conservation Status. Other Comments. Contributors. References.
Aug 16, 2021 · Latrodectus spiders are the largest of the Theridiidae (cobweb weaver) spiders. The size of a Latrodectus can vary across species. Please refer to specific species for more information. But in general... Adult females: 1/2-inch long, not including the legs (about 1-1/2 inches when legs are spread).
The most well known species of the black widow spider is Latrodectus mactans. The latin name means "murderous biting robber." This species occupies most southern areas. Latrodectus variolus is found in extreme parts of southeastern Canada. They live throughout the New England states and parts of Flordia. Latrodectus bishopi is
