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Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916 Spiny Theridion

This small spider is restricted to coastal Queensland, although it may be found elsewhere when more detailed surveys are carried out. It was described in 1916 by Rainbow, clearly for the rather bizarre spines on the high point of the rear of the abdomen. It is rather rare, though has been found in Townsville gardens, even being brought into the house on a basil leaf (Malcolm Tattersall, pers. comm.) ♀ 3mm ♂ 2mm

Female, Townsville, from above


Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Malcolm Tattersall check out his blog

Female, Townsville, facing


Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Malcolm Tattersall check out his blog

Female, Townsville, from behind


Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Malcolm Tattersall check out his blog

Female, Townsville, from side upside down


Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Malcolm Tattersall check out his blog

Male, Cairns


THeridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Jim Hackett

Sub adult male, Darwin


Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Dr Greg Anderson

Sub adult male, Darwin


Theridion spinigerum Rainbow, 1916
Photo: Dr Greg Anderson

 

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