The animal belongs to the genus Zealaranea. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1842 by Charles Athanase Walckenaer.

The animal belongs to the genus Acacesia. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1847 by Nicholas Marcellus Hentz.

The animal belongs to the genus Isoxya. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1859 by Tord Tamerlan Teodor Thorell.

The walnut orb-weaver spider( Nuctenea umbratica) is widespread in western and central Europe, commonly seen under the bark of dead trees, garden sheds, and sometimes show up inside houses. It has a walnut colored, flattened abdomen which is a great help to secret this timid spider in the cracks.

With a unique affinity for constructing intricate webs, eastern grass orb-weaver exhibits remarkable precision as it weaves its silken trap, a testament to its engineering prowess. Adorned with decoy structures, these webs are masterclasses of deception designed to deter potential predators. Eastern grass orb-weaver thrives best in warm climates and changes its hunting strategies as it matures, starting as a more direct hunter before fully utilizing its web later in life.

With a strikingly curved abdomen reminiscent of a crescent moon, long-horned orb-weaver possesses a vivid palette of colors that serve as both allure and warning. These arthropods exhibit a unique form of maternal care, meticulously constructing silk sacs to safeguard their eggs, demonstrating an intricate balance of beauty and instinctual nurturing.

The furrow orbweaver hides in its web, made down low in grasses and shrubs, during the day. These webs are usually well-hidden by plant matter, and each night it re-makes this web. The male furrow orbweaver spiders die after mating, often because they are eaten by the female spider.

Residing primarily near water bodies, larinioides suspicax demonstrates a remarkable adaptation as it anchors its intricately patterned orb-web to bridge structures or vegetation to capture prey. With a diet consisting mainly of flying aquatic insects, these skilled predators utilize their exceptional nocturnal vision to enhance their hunting efficiency during twilight hours. As they mature, their dietary preferences shift, showcasing a fascinating dietary plasticity that ensures their survival in a competitive ecological niche.