🌿Native Nature

Woodlouse Spider

Dysdera crocata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Dysderidae ›Genus: Dysdera

About

The woodlouse spider, Dysdera crocata, is a species of spider that preys primarily upon woodlice. Other common names refer to variations on the common name of its prey, including woodlouse hunter, sowbug hunter, sowbug killer, pillbug hunter and slater spider.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Woodlouse Spider?
The scientific name of Woodlouse Spider is Dysdera crocata.
What kingdom does Woodlouse Spider belong to?
Woodlouse Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Woodlouse Spider belong to?
Woodlouse Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Woodlouse Spider belong to?
Woodlouse Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Woodlouse Spider belong to?
Woodlouse Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Woodlouse Spider belong to?
Woodlouse Spider belongs to the family Dysderidae.
What genus does Woodlouse Spider belong to?
Woodlouse Spider belongs to the genus Dysdera.