Aculepeira Annulipes
Aculepeira Annulipes
aculepeira annulipes
The Aculepeira annulipes, commonly known for its distinctive appearance, is a fascinating member of the orb-weaver family (Araneidae). These spiders are master architects of the natural world, constructing intricate spiral webs to ensnare their insect prey. While not as large or brightly colored as some of their tropical relatives, A. annulipes plays a crucial role in temperate ecosystems by controlling insect populations. Their life cycle typically spans a single year, with adults most prominent during the warmer months when they are actively hunting and reproducing. They are a testament to the diverse and often overlooked biodiversity found in common habitats.
生息地: Found in open, sunny areas with low vegetation, such as grasslands, meadows, forest edges, and gardens, where they construct their webs between stalks of grass or small shrubs.
外見
Aculepeira annulipes typically displays a body length ranging from 5 to 10 mm for females, while males are considerably smaller, often 3 to 5 mm. Its cephalothorax and legs are usually yellowish-brown to reddish-brown, often featuring distinct dark rings or bands on the legs, which gives the species its 'annulipes' (ringed legs) name. The abdomen is globular to oval, often exhibiting a complex pattern of lighter and darker markings, including a folium pattern that can vary in prominence, usually with a pale median stripe flanked by darker lines or spots. Some individuals may have small, pointed tubercles on the abdomen, though less pronounced than in other Aculepeira species.
界Animalia門Arthropoda綱Arachnida目Araneae科Araneidae属Aculepeira
カテゴリ
Invertebrateレア度
Common
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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おもしろい事実
Female Aculepeira annulipes are significantly larger than males, a common trait among many spider species where the female often needs more resources for egg production.
Like many orb-weavers, Aculepeira annulipes often consumes and recycles its old silk, especially when repairing or rebuilding its web.
The intricate spiral pattern of an orb web is not just beautiful; it's a highly optimized design for maximizing prey capture with minimal silk.
The name 'annulipes' refers to the distinct ringed or banded pattern on the spider's legs, a key identification feature.
特殊能力
能力
Orb Web Construction
Aculepeira annulipes is an expert at spinning the classic, highly effective circular orb web. This intricate structure is designed to passively intercept flying insects, serving as both a hunting tool and a home base.
能力
Vibration Sensing
The spider possesses highly sensitive leg receptors that detect vibrations in its web. These vibrations allow it to pinpoint the location and size of ensnared prey, even in complete darkness.
能力
Camouflage Mimicry
Its varied abdominal patterns and coloration provide excellent camouflage against foliage and bark, allowing it to remain hidden from both predators and unsuspecting prey while waiting in or near its web.
サイズと詳細
- 長さ
- 0-1 cm
- 体重
- 0.0001-0.001 kg
- 寿命
- 1 年
- 一度の産卵数
- 50-150
- 抱卵期間
- 15-25 日
食性と食事
Aculepeira annulipes is a carnivorous insectivore, relying primarily on its meticulously constructed orb web to capture a variety of flying and jumping insects that become entangled in the sticky silk.
主な食物
- flies
- moths
- beetles
- grasshoppers
- aphids
- small wasps
採餌方法
- Ambush
生態系とのつながり
hunts
House Fly
Musca domestica
Primary prey item captured in orb webs.
eaten by
Wasp
Sphecidae spp.
Predator that preys on spiders, including A. annulipes.
eaten by
Wren
Troglodytes troglodytes
Bird species that may feed on spiders found in vegetation.
hunts
Green Peach Aphid
Myzus persicae
Small insect prey commonly caught in its webs.
特徴
このオブジェクトにはまだ特徴バッジが割り当てられていません。
別名
まだ別名はありません。
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安全性
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
まだ特別な安全上の注意はありません。
よくある質問
Aculepeira Annulipesを見分けるには？
Aculepeira Annulipesを識別する最も簡単な方法は、Snappit自然識別アプリを使用することです。
Aculepeira Annulipesの長さは何ですか？
0-1 cm
Aculepeira Annulipesの体重は何ですか？
0.0001-0.001 kg
Aculepeira Annulipesの寿命は何ですか？
1 年
Aculepeira Annulipesは何を食べますか？
Aculepeira annulipes is a carnivorous insectivore, relying primarily on its meticulously constructed orb web to capture a variety of flying and jumping insects that become entangled in the sticky silk.
Aculepeira Annulipesは通常どこに生息していますか？
Found in open, sunny areas with low vegetation, such as grasslands, meadows, forest edges, and gardens, where they construct their webs between stalks of grass or small shrubs.
Aculepeira Annulipesはどのように狩りをしますか？
Ambush
Aculepeira Annulipesの一度の産卵数は何ですか？
50-150
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