Araneus alboventris
This record describes Araneus alboventris (species). Recorded family: Araneidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace, sternum, legs greenish yellow. Bright yellow rings around posterior median eyes. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen dorsum with black patch bordered by crimson red border on golden yellow background. Epigynum |
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
This is an eastern species known from Maine south to northern Georgia. BugGuide data suggest the species could occur as far west as Illinois and further south into Florida.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Araneus alboventris. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
As of 2023, 51,673 spider species in 136 families have been recorded, though an estimated 150,000 species exist. Spiders rank 7th in total species diversity among all organism orders. Only 0.5% of spider species pose any risk to human health.
Ecological role of the group
Spider venom contains complex peptides with diverse pharmacological activities, making them valuable for drug development research. Spiders produce up to 7 types of silk from specialized glands. Spider silk genes have been inserted into mammals and plants for biotech applications.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The global spider community kills an estimated 400-800 million tons of prey annually (2017 study). Spiders provide billions of dollars in natural pest control for agriculture. Spider silk is 5× stronger than steel of the same diameter, driving a biomaterials research industry.
Recorded sources for this group: World Spider Catalog, PNAS, Nature, ScienceDirect. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Araneus alboventris (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Lynette Elliott; Additional contributions by cotinis , cheins
Frequently Asked Questions About Araneus alboventris
What is Araneus alboventris?
Araneus alboventris is a species in the family Araneidae, within the order Araneae.
How do you identify Araneus alboventris?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace, sternum, legs greenish yellow. Bright yellow rings around posterior median eyes. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen dorsum with black patch bordered by crimson red border on golden yellow background. Epigynum |
Where is Araneus alboventris found?
Range: This is an eastern species known from Maine south to northern Georgia. BugGuide data suggest the species could occur as far west as Illinois and further south into Florida.