Black Widow Spider, Latrodectus hesperus. Female Arizona. USA
Black Widow Spider Latrodectus hesperus Female Arizona Characterized by a a bright red orange hourglass shape on the underside Found throughout most of North America more commonly in warmer climates Common around man made structures such as garages and lawn chairs and woodpiles Also lives in a variety of natural habitats Preys mainly upon insects trapped in its web They are shy sedentary and largely nocturnal Non aggressive but will bite in self defense Venomous Mates only once retaining sperm for future egg laying Often eats the male after mating
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License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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