54,473 observations
Eratigena
Eratigena
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Agelenidae ›
About
Eratigena is a genus of spider in the Agelenidae family. Most of its species were moved from the genus Tegenaria in 2013. Two species that frequently build webs in and around human dwellings are now placed in this genus. Eratigena agrestis is the hobo spider, native to Europe and Central Asia, introduced to North America. Eratigena atrica is the giant house spider, native to Europe and also introduced into North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Eratigena is Eratigena.
- Eratigena belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Eratigena belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Eratigena belongs to the class Arachnida.
- Eratigena belongs to the order Araneae.
- Eratigena belongs to the family Agelenidae.