Phylloneta pictipes
(Keyserling, 1884)
Phylloneta pictipes is a cobweb spider in the Theridiidae, native to the United States. This constructs irregular cobwebs for prey capture. display distinctive coloration with a yellow bearing patterned black spots, black-banded legs, and a comparatively small . The species has been documented in 1,110 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is moderately well-recorded though not commonly encountered in general natural history.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phylloneta pictipes: //faɪloʊˈnɛtə ˈpɪktɪˌpiːz//
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Identification
Distinguished from other Theridiidae by the combination of yellow ground color with black-spotted abdominal pattern and black-banded, translucent legs. The small relative to size is a notable proportional feature. Separation from requires examination of genitalic structures.
Images
Appearance
Yellow with patterned black spots. is comparatively smaller than the abdomen. Legs are translucent clear to lighter yellow-green with black bands.
Distribution
United States; North America
Behavior
Constructs cobwebs for prey capture.
More Details
Taxonomic note
described by Keyserling in 1884. No exists beyond general 'cobweb spider' designation.
Observation frequency
1,110 iNaturalist observations indicate moderate documentation level for this .