Novakiella species

Fact Box Species: Novakiella species (the generic name shown here is based on the similarities of this spider with the much better known Novakiella trituberculosa which suggest these two species are closely related) Family: Araneidae (formerly Argiopidae) Body length: female: probably about 8 mm male: probably about 8 mm Habitat: The usual habitat occupied by this spider is unknown Toxicity: The toxicity of the venom of this spider is unknown

Male from front Another view Male from above Underneath male

A distinctive feature of the male of this species is the large double spine on the tibia of the second leg.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Novakiella trituberculosa.