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Black Widow Spider (Latrodectus hesperus) - Female - Arizona - Characterized by a a bright red-orange hourglass shape on the underside - Found throughout most of North America-more commonly in warmer climates - Common around man-made structures such
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Black Widow Spider (Latrodectus hesperus) - Female - Arizona - Characterized by a a bright red-orange hourglass shape on the underside - Found throughout most of North America-more commonly in warmer climates - Common around man-made structures such
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Black Widow Spider - female
Arizona, USA
Latrodectus hesperus
John Cancalosi
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Arachnid Alert - Meet the Fierce Femme Fatale of Arizona!
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. In this photo print, CAN-3146 showcases the stunning beauty and deadly charm of the Black Widow Spider. With her vibrant red-orange hourglass shape on the underside, she's a true fashionista in the spider world! Known to be found throughout most of North America, especially warmer climates like Arizona, this sassy spider has a knack for making man-made structures her cozy homes. From garages to lawn chairs and woodpiles, she knows how to add some spookiness to our everyday surroundings. But don't let her sedentary nature fool you! This nocturnal predator is an expert at trapping insects in her intricate web. She may be shy by day but becomes a venomous vixen when it comes to self-defense. Interestingly enough, this femme fatale mates only once but retains sperm for future egg-laying endeavors. And here's where things get truly wild - after their passionate encounter, she often enjoys a post-coital snack by devouring her male partner! Talk about taking "Netflix and chill" to a whole new level! So next time you stumble upon one of these enchanting creatures in your backyard or while hiking through natural habitats, remember that behind those eight legs lies an intriguing story filled with danger and mystery. Just make sure not to get too close unless you're ready for an unexpected bite from this venomous vixen!
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