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Larinioides cornutus Taxonomy The species carries an unusually long synonymy — Epeira apoclisa, Araneus cornutus, Nuctenea cornuta, and dozens more. It has been described and redescribed repeatedly across two and a half centuries of European arachnology. Common Names by Region
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Aphonopelma hentzi Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description General Appearance Aphonopelma hentzi is a large, heavily built, ground-dwelling tarantula with a stocky body and eight long, powerful, claw-tipped legs densely covered in dark bristling setae. The overall impression is of
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Spotted Orb-weaver Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Overall Form A robust, medium-to-large orb-weaver with a rounded abdomen and proportionally strong legs. Females are significantly larger and more conspicuous than males. Coloration & Markings Highly variable, but typically: The underside
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Yellow Garden or McKinley spider Taxonomy: Common Names: Description: Known Range: Care Requirements: Additional Notes:
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Tenodera sinensis – Chinese Mantis Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding and Lifecycle: Note: The Chinese Mantis is one of the most well-known and widely distributed species of praying mantis, valued for its role as a