🌿Native Nature

Joro Spider

Trichonephila clavata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Nephilidae ›Genus: Trichonephila

About

Trichonephila clavata, also known as the Jorō spider (ジョロウグモ（女郎蜘蛛、上臈蜘蛛）, Jorō-gumo), is a member of the golden orb-web spider genus. The spider can be found throughout Japan except Hokkaidō, in Korea, Taiwan, China, and more recently, northeast Georgia in North America. Due to the large size as well as the bright, unique colors of the female Trichonephila, the spider is well-favored in Japan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Joro Spider?
The scientific name of Joro Spider is Trichonephila clavata.
What kingdom does Joro Spider belong to?
Joro Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Joro Spider belong to?
Joro Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Joro Spider belong to?
Joro Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Joro Spider belong to?
Joro Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Joro Spider belong to?
Joro Spider belongs to the family Nephilidae.
What genus does Joro Spider belong to?
Joro Spider belongs to the genus Trichonephila.