Orchard Spider [Tanystylum orbiculare]
Description
The Orchard Spider is a marine arachnid species that is most commonly found in the coastal regions of North America. It is characterized by its long, slender legs and small, round body. The body of the spider is usually a shiny, metallic green while the legs are typically brown or black. The Orchard Spider is a non-aggressive species that feeds on small insects and plankton. It tends to build its web in tall grasses and shrubs, near the water's edge.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
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| Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
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| Family |
Sea Spiders
Ammotheidae
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| Genus |
Tanystylum
Tanystylum
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