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Larinia phthisica

Fact Box
Species:
Larinia phthisica (RM)
Family:
Araneidae
formerly Argiopidae
Body length:
female: 9 mm
male: 6 mm
Habitat:
In a small vertical orb web in tall grass
Toxicity:
Uncertain; may be too small to cause illness in humans
Larinia phthisica
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The elongate hairy body and legs are distinctive features of this species. It is usually found in tall grass habitats.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: None.


Email Ron Atkinson for more information.    Last updated 30 January 2002.