Mangora gibberosa
(Hentz, 1847)
lined orbweaver
Mangora gibberosa is a of -weaving in the Araneidae, to North America. It is commonly misidentified as Cyclosa turbinata due to similar appearance and web architecture. The species is part of a of small to -sized orbweavers known for their often distinctive abdominal markings and vertical orb webs.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Mangora gibberosa: /mæŋˈɡɔːrə dʒɪbəˈroʊsə/
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Identification
Commonly misidentified as Cyclosa turbinata due to similar appearance and -style webs. Distinguished from Leucauge venusta (Orchard Orbweaver) by web orientation: Mangora spin vertical orb webs, while Leucauge builds horizontal orbs. Distinguished from the Basilica (Mangelia sp.), which pulls its horizontal orb into a dome shape.
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Distribution
North America; Middle America. Specific records include Vermont, USA.
Similar Taxa
- Cyclosa turbinataSimilar appearance and -style webs; frequent source of misidentification
- Leucauge venustaBoth are small, colorful orbweavers with somewhat similar body shape; distinguished by web orientation (vertical vs. horizontal)
- Mangora placidaCongeneric with similar body plan and web architecture
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Epeira gibberosa by Hentz in 1847, later transferred to Mangora.