Labyrinth Orbweaver

Metepeira labyrinthea

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Arachnida Order: Araneae Family: Araneidae Genus: Metepeira

About

Metepeira labyrinthea, the labyrinth orbweaver, an American dollar coin sized spider, with thin legs and a round, bulbous abdomen; it is a member of the Araneidae family, of genus Metepeira. The female’s length is 5.3 mm, its carapace 2.3 mm, abdomen 3.3 mm, and extended legs 18.4 mm. The carapace is brown or gray, and the abdomen is dark with a white pattern. The legs alternate pale brown and dark brown, and the sternum is dark brown with a longitudinal...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Labyrinth Orbweaver?
The scientific name of Labyrinth Orbweaver is Metepeira labyrinthea.
What kingdom does Labyrinth Orbweaver belong to?
Labyrinth Orbweaver belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Labyrinth Orbweaver belong to?
Labyrinth Orbweaver belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Labyrinth Orbweaver belong to?
Labyrinth Orbweaver belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Labyrinth Orbweaver belong to?
Labyrinth Orbweaver belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Labyrinth Orbweaver belong to?
Labyrinth Orbweaver belongs to the family Araneidae.
What genus does Labyrinth Orbweaver belong to?
Labyrinth Orbweaver belongs to the genus Metepeira.