Gea heptagon
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Chelicerata
- Class: Arachnida
- Order: Araneae
- Infraorder: Araneomorphae
- Family: Araneidae
- Genus: Gea
- Species: heptagon
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gea heptagon: /ˈɡeɪ.ə ˈhɛp.təˌɡɒn/
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Summary
Gea heptagon is an orb weaver spider, named for its seven-sided body shape. It is indigenous to Pacific islands and Australia, with a notable presence in the eastern United States and parts of Argentina.
Physical Characteristics
Orb weaver spider known for its distinct seven-sided shape as suggested by its name.
Identification Tips
Identification can be based on its characteristic web structure and body shape, resembling a heptagon.
Habitat
Typically found in various habitats including gardens, forests, and grasslands.
Distribution
Originally from Pacific islands and Australia, now in the United States (east coast) and Argentina, extending from Massachusetts west to Minnesota, New Jersey down to Florida, and west to Michigan, Kansas, Texas, and California.
Diet
Primarily preys on insects, capturing them with its silk webs.
Life Cycle
Life cycle includes egg, juvenile, and adult stages; specific details on duration and seasonal aspects are not provided.
Reproduction
Reproduces through sexual reproduction; females typically produce egg sacs containing numerous eggs.
Ecosystem Role
As an orb weaver, it plays a role in controlling insect populations through predation.
Economic Impact
May impact local insect populations, including pests, but no significant economic impact noted.
Evolution
This species is the only member of the genus Gea, suggesting a unique evolutionary path.
Tags
- spider
- orb weaver
- Gea heptagon
- Araneidae