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Common Spitting Spider

Scytodes thoracica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Scytodidae ›Genus: Scytodes

About

Scytodes thoracica is a spitting spider, so called because it spits a venomous sticky silken substance over its prey. Its size ranges between 3–6 mm (0.12–0.24 in). The carapace is unusual in sloping upwards towards its rear end, whereas the abdomen slopes downwards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Spitting Spider?
The scientific name of Common Spitting Spider is Scytodes thoracica.
What kingdom does Common Spitting Spider belong to?
Common Spitting Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Spitting Spider belong to?
Common Spitting Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Common Spitting Spider belong to?
Common Spitting Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Common Spitting Spider belong to?
Common Spitting Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Common Spitting Spider belong to?
Common Spitting Spider belongs to the family Scytodidae.
What genus does Common Spitting Spider belong to?
Common Spitting Spider belongs to the genus Scytodes.