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Banded-knees house spider

Banded-knees house spider

Zosis geniculata

A species of Zosis, Also known as Feather-legged spider, Grey house spider

Zosis geniculata sometimes referred to as the humped spider or grey house spider, is a cosmopolitan species with a pantropical distribution. In Australia, it is often seen in buildings near human habitation.

General Info About Banded-knees house spider
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Attributes of Banded-knees house spider
Colors
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Habitat
Tall grass; garden shrub
Adult Food Sources
Flies, moths, small beetles, other arthropods, smaller spiders
Larva Food Source
Small insects, springtails, mite larvae, aphids, fruit flies
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
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Species Status of Banded-knees house spider
Not endangered or protected
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Distribution Area of Banded-knees house spider
United States
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Predators of Banded-knees house spider Larvae
Wasps, ants, beetles, larger spiders, birds
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Predators of Adult Banded-knees house spider
Primates, birds, parasitic wasps, centipedes, larger spiders
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Scientific Classification of Banded-knees house spider
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Youth Habitat of Banded-knees house spider
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Adult Habitat of Banded-knees house spider
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Banded-knees house spider
Since banded-knees house spider does not rely on venom to subdue their prey, they create cribellate or hackled orb webs to trap them. As a result, no specific bait or trap food is required to attract banded-knees house spider.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Banded-knees house spider
The most suitable time to find banded-knees house spider would likely be nighttime when they are more active in repairing their webs or catching prey.
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