🌿Native Nature

California Turret Spider

Atypoides riversi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Antrodiaetidae ›Genus: Atypoides

About

Atypoides riversi, known as turret spider, is a species of mygalomorph spider in the family Antrodiaetidae. It is a medium-sized spider native to Northern California that construct burrows with a cork-like trapdoor made of soil, vegetation and silk. This spider's length is 13 to 18 millimetres (0.51 to 0.71 in) long, though females are larger than males.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of California Turret Spider?
The scientific name of California Turret Spider is Atypoides riversi.
What kingdom does California Turret Spider belong to?
California Turret Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does California Turret Spider belong to?
California Turret Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does California Turret Spider belong to?
California Turret Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does California Turret Spider belong to?
California Turret Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does California Turret Spider belong to?
California Turret Spider belongs to the family Antrodiaetidae.
What genus does California Turret Spider belong to?
California Turret Spider belongs to the genus Atypoides.