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Black Cobweb Spider

Steatoda capensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Theridiidae ›Genus: Steatoda

About

Steatoda capensis is a spider originating from South Africa. Its common names include the black cobweb spider, brown house spider, cupboard spider and due to its similarities to the katipo spider it is commonly known as the false katipo in New Zealand. Common throughout Southern Africa, it has been introduced into other countries and is now present in Australia and throughout New Zealand. It is a small spider, usually an all-over shiny black it may have...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Cobweb Spider?
The scientific name of Black Cobweb Spider is Steatoda capensis.
What kingdom does Black Cobweb Spider belong to?
Black Cobweb Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Black Cobweb Spider belong to?
Black Cobweb Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Black Cobweb Spider belong to?
Black Cobweb Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Black Cobweb Spider belong to?
Black Cobweb Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Black Cobweb Spider belong to?
Black Cobweb Spider belongs to the family Theridiidae.
What genus does Black Cobweb Spider belong to?
Black Cobweb Spider belongs to the genus Steatoda.