16,591 observationsLeast Concern
Arabesque Orbweaver
Neoscona arabesca
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Araneidae ›Genus: Neoscona
About
Neoscona arabesca is a common orb-weaver spider found throughout the United States and Canada. Often called the "arabesque orbweaver," after the cryptic, brightly-colored, swirling markings on its prominent abdomen, this spider can be found in fields, forests, gardens, and on human structures. Neoscona species are among the most common and abundant orb weavers and are found on all continents. Females range in size from 5–7 mm (0.20–0.28 in) and males 5–6 mm (0.20–0.24 in).
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Arabesque Orbweaver is Neoscona arabesca.
- Arabesque Orbweaver belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Arabesque Orbweaver belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Arabesque Orbweaver belongs to the class Arachnida.
- Arabesque Orbweaver belongs to the order Araneae.
- Arabesque Orbweaver belongs to the family Araneidae.
- Arabesque Orbweaver belongs to the genus Neoscona.