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Eurasian Green Crab Spider

Diaea dorsata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Thomisidae ›Genus: Diaea

About

Diaea dorsata is one of the smaller crab spiders, with a palearctic distribution. Females can grow up to 6 mm, males up to 4 mm. Prosoma and legs are green, the opisthosoma is yellowish with a brown mark. Like Misumena vatia, this spider can change its color to fit its surrounding; however, this takes several days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Green Crab Spider?
The scientific name of Eurasian Green Crab Spider is Diaea dorsata.
What kingdom does Eurasian Green Crab Spider belong to?
Eurasian Green Crab Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eurasian Green Crab Spider belong to?
Eurasian Green Crab Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Eurasian Green Crab Spider belong to?
Eurasian Green Crab Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Eurasian Green Crab Spider belong to?
Eurasian Green Crab Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Eurasian Green Crab Spider belong to?
Eurasian Green Crab Spider belongs to the family Thomisidae.
What genus does Eurasian Green Crab Spider belong to?
Eurasian Green Crab Spider belongs to the genus Diaea.