51,072 observations
Wasp Spider
Argiope bruennichi
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Araneidae ›Genus: Argiope
About
Argiope bruennichi (wasp spider) is a species of orb-web spider distributed throughout central Europe, northern Europe, north Africa, parts of Asia, the Azores archipelago, as well as recent sightings in North American states such as Ohio. Like many other members of the genus Argiope, (including St Andrew's Cross spiders), it shows striking yellow and black markings on its abdomen.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Wasp Spider is Argiope bruennichi.
- Wasp Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Wasp Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Wasp Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
- Wasp Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
- Wasp Spider belongs to the family Araneidae.
- Wasp Spider belongs to the genus Argiope.