Community identification
Arabesque Orbweaver
Neoscona arabesca
- Order & Family
- Araneae: Araneidae
- Size
- 5 to 12 mm for females; males are smaller.
Natural Habitat
Fields, forests, gardens, and urban structures where they can anchor webs between vegetation or man-made surfaces.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivorous; feeds on flying insects such as flies, moths, and mosquitoes caught in its orb-shaped web.
Behavior Patterns
They construct circular webs, often at night. They are known for a distinctive pattern on their abdomen that resembles Arabic script or comma shapes. They may hide in a nearby retreat during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans; their venom is not medically significant. They provide ecological benefits by controlling insect populations.