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Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider

metellina segmentata

The Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider is a fascinating creature with long legs and a unique appearance. It spins beautiful webs that can catch flying insects, making it a skilled hunter!

Habitat: Gardens, forests, and grassy areas in Europe

Appearance

The Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider is a small arachnid with a distinctive elongated body and long, prominent chelicerae (jaws). It typically has a silvery-grey or brownish cephalothorax and abdomen, often adorned with a darker, sometimes foliate, pattern. Its 'armoured' appearance comes from its robust, somewhat flattened body.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassArachnidaOrderAraneaeFamilyTetragnathidaeGenusMetellina
Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider
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Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

0/5 · No known danger

Snaps

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Interesting facts

Baby spiders hatch from tiny silk sacs that look like miniature planets!

Some scientists call them 'stretch spiders' because of their long bodies.

They often hang upside down in their web, waiting for a meal to fly by.

This spider spins a new, perfect web almost every single day!

Special abilities

Ability

Jaw Lock

Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider can securely hold struggling prey because of its strong, elongated chelicerae.

Ability

Web Weaver

It can spin intricate, round orb-webs daily, catching flying insects with sticky silk for food.

Ability

Winter Survivor

This spider has specialized eggs that can withstand cold winter temperatures, ensuring future generations thrive.

Ability

Armored Body

Its robust, somewhat flattened body provides a form of natural armor, helping to protect it from predators.

Measurements & details

Size
3-7 mm
Lifespan
300-400 days
Leg Count
8

Diet & Feeding

Tiny insects like flies and mosquitoes are this spider's favorite snack!

Primary Foods

  • flies
  • mosquitoes
  • small moths
  • gnats

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

eats

House Fly

Musca domestica

Trapped in its sticky web

eats

Common House Mosquito

Culex pipiens

A common prey item

eaten by

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

A tasty treat for hungry birds

eaten by

Spider Wasp

Anoplius viaticus

Wasp captures it for its young

Traits

Also known as

Armoured SpiderLong-Jawed Spider

Safety

Danger

0/5 · No known danger

Do not touch spiders; they are best admired from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider?

3-7 mm

How long does Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider live?

300-400 days

What does Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider eat?

Tiny insects like flies and mosquitoes are this spider's favorite snack!

Where is Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider usually found?

Gardens, forests, and grassy areas in Europe

How does Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider hunt?

Ambush

How many legs does Eurasian Armoured Long-Jawed Spider have?

8

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