Try for Free
tab list
Picture Insect
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Home Application Download FAQ
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Icon about
About
Icon about
General Info
Icon about
Search Tips
Icon about
Harmful or Not
Icon about
Harmful Effects
Icon about
Common FAQs
Icon about
Similar Insects
Icon about
Popular Insects
Hasselt's spiny spider

Hasselt's spiny spider

Gasteracantha hasselti

A species of Spiny orb-weavers

Resplendent with a shield-shaped abdomen, hasselt's spiny spider showcases vivid coloration and prominent spines, which serve as a visual deterrent to predators. Its dietary preferences shift from small arthropods during its early stages to a more varied diet of flying insects as it matures, utilizing its intricate orb web to capture prey with remarkable efficiency.

Toxic to Animals
Toxic to Animals
Bite Humans
Bite Humans
General Info About Hasselt's spiny spider
Instantly identify insects with a snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on bite assessment, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safe interaction tips, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Attributes of Hasselt's spiny spider
Colors
Black
Yellow
Red
Habitat
Waterfall; near the town; park
Adult Food Sources
Insects, flies, mosquitoes, moths, small beetles
Larva Food Source
Small insects, mites, tiny spiders
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
The Hasselt's spiny spider can induce toxic reactions varying in severity. Nevertheless, these toxins primarily target their prey and predators and are usually not fatal to humans.
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
qrcode
Img download isoImg download android
Rectangle
Species Status of Hasselt's spiny spider
Common
Rectangle
Distribution Area of Hasselt's spiny spider
Asia
Rectangle
Interesting Facts About Hasselt's spiny spider
Hasselt's spiny spider can alter the color of their silk, which may serve as an intricate signal system to other creatures.
Rectangle
Scientific Classification of Hasselt's spiny spider
Tips for Finding Hasselt's spiny spider
Your ultimate guide to understanding insects
Unlock the secrets of insect life cycles, habitats, behaviors and observation tips!!
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Youth Habitat of Hasselt's spiny spider
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Tropical Rainforests
Rectangle
Adult Habitat of Hasselt's spiny spider
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Tropical Rainforests
Rectangle
What is the Best Weather to Observe Hasselt's spiny spider
Warm, dry weather is generally more suitable for finding hasselt's spiny spider, as high humidity and rain can damage their webs and reduce their activity levels. Avoid searching during inclement weather conditions.
Rectangle
How and Where Can You Find Hasselt's spiny spider at Different Life Stages
Egg Hasselt's spiny spider egg sacs are often found on the underside of leaves or attached to plant stems. Look for these sacs in sheltered locations where the female might see fit to secure her offspring from predators and harsh environmental conditions.
Juvenile Hasselt's spiny spider spiderlings are tiny and may disperse by ballooning. Finding them may require looking at the tips of grass or shrubs in the early stages of their lives for small webs that catch the light.
Hasselt's spiny spider juveniles are larger and start to show distinguishing physical characteristics. They can be found near their small orb-shaped webs in vegetation. Look for these webs in bushes, between branches, or other structures that can support the web.
Adult Hasselt's spiny spider adults can be located by searching for their more prominent and architecturally complex webs, which are often found in open woodlands or gardens. Seek out strategically placed webs at eye level or higher in areas with plenty of insect traffic for the hasselt's spiny spider to prey on.
Are Hasselt's spiny spider harmful?
Your Complete Pest Control Guide
Discover effective tips for preventing and eliminating pest infestations to keep bugs away from your home.
Download the App for Free
Harmful Effects of Hasselt's spiny spider
Reveal the harmful impacts of diverse insects
Explore the dangers of insects related to toxicity, lethality, human biting, human stinging, pathogenicity, hematophagy, allergenicity, parasitism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Icon toxic for
Toxic to Animals
Icon toxic for
Bite Humans
Rectangle
Toxic to Animals

Hasselt's spiny spider has a mild toxin where both juveniles and adults use their fangs to deliver venom when biting. This may cause discomfort or mild reactions in animals such as humans, dogs, cats, and birds. Lizards and insects might also be affected, experiencing localized effects from the venom. The organism typically uses its toxin for defense and predation, and the varied reactions among different animals depend on their respective physiological sensitivity to the toxin.

Rectangle
Bite Humans

Hasselt's spiny spider is not known to exhibit behavior that involves biting humans. Generally, they may bite if threatened, but this species typically does not actively seek to bite humans, and such occurrences are rare and mainly defensive rather than offensive.

More Effects of Hasselt's spiny spider

Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Insect Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and answers on bites, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safety tips!
Download the App for Free
More Insects that are Similar to Hasselt's spiny spider
Whitebanded orbweb spider
Whitebanded orbweb spider

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

Read More
Arrow
Difoliate orbweaver
Difoliate orbweaver

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

Read More
Arrow
Biscuit boxkite
Biscuit boxkite

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

Read More
Arrow
Enamelled spider
Enamelled spider

Within its silk-woven domain, enamelled spider exhibits a remarkable prowess in engineering complex, wheel-shaped webs that glisten with dew at dawn, showcasing a mastery of tension and spacing. As a nocturnal architect, it meticulously reconstructs its snare nightly, relying on vibratory cues to pinpoint prey ensnared in its intricate patterns. During the day, it retreats to nearby foliage, relying on its inconspicuous coloring to evade detection by predators.

Read More
Arrow
Eastern grass orb-weaver
Eastern grass orb-weaver

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.

Read More
Arrow
Long-horned orb-weaver
Long-horned orb-weaver

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.

Read More
Arrow
White-banded bird-dropping spider
White-banded bird-dropping spider

This arachnid boasts a unique form of deception, mimicking detritus to evade predators and stealthily attract prey. During its juvenile phases, it exhibits more notable camouflage, gradually maturing into sophisticated mimicry. It constructs a classic orb web, employing a strategic stabilimentum, a zigzag pattern of silk, which serves both structural and predatory functions, luring insects that mistake it for a safe perch.

Read More
Arrow
Lesser bird-dropping spider
Lesser bird-dropping spider

Resembling a fallen leaf or a piece of bark, lesser bird-dropping spider thrives in its ability to camouflage within the forest understory, aiding in its ambush predatory strategy. The silken web, not typically the geometric masterpiece of its relatives, is horizontally oriented and often incorporates plant debris, enhancing its concealment. This remarkable creature also exhibits sexual dimorphism, where the female significantly surpasses the male in size and longevity, a common phenomenon in its ecosystem.

Read More
Arrow
Other Popular Insects
Western honey bee
Western honey bee

Western honey bee(Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.

Read More
Arrow
Monarch butterfly
Monarch butterfly

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.

Read More
Arrow
Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Japanese rhinoceros beetle

The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.

Read More
Arrow
Silkworm
Silkworm

The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.

Read More
Arrow
Menelaus blue morpho
Menelaus blue morpho

Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.

Read More
Arrow
Atlas moth
Atlas moth

While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.

Read More
Arrow
Flying peacock spider
Flying peacock spider

Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.

Read More
Arrow
Multicolored asian ladybeetle
Multicolored asian ladybeetle

Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.

Read More
Arrow