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∙ 10y agoThe "black widow" is a name for the genus Latrodectus, 32 species of spider that are found in various regions around the world. They are known for the tendency of the female to consume the male after mating. Some species are dangerously venomous.
The species Latrodectus mactans is native to warm regions of the US. The species Latrodectus hesperus is native to the western US, northern Mexico, and southwestern Canada. The species Latrodectus variolus is found in the northern US and southern Canada.
They have a red hourglass shape on their bellies and red spots on their tops. The "red widow" of Florida has a red bar marking instead.
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Are there black widows in Santa Rosa?
yes
What are Black Widows enemies?
Many, depending on the circumstance. Frogs, salamanders, lizards, birds, and snakes have been known to eat Black Widows and vice versa.
Can orb spiders kill black widows?
yes
Where do black widows live in Australia?
in australia
Are jumping spiders endangered?
black widows are not endangerd.
When was Ventura Black Widows created?
Ventura Black Widows was created in 2008.
When was Spokane Black Widows created?
Spokane Black Widows was created in 2010.
Are there black widows in Michigan?
Yes, Black widows can live anywhere in the U.S.
When was Black Widows of Liverpool born?
Black Widows of Liverpool was born in 1829.
When did Black Widows of Liverpool die?
Black Widows of Liverpool died in 1884.
What with all the black widows this year?
Black widows are out of season, and with no hunters, their population skyrockets.
Why do the female black widows kill male black widows?
To feed the hatch lings
What are the black widows external features?
Black widows external features are, they are black with a red hour glass on its back.
Do black widows eat pizza?
They do not. They eat their mate. Black Widows are poisonous, so be careful!
Are female black widows aggressive?
Female black widows are the spiders you'd see in pictures of black widows. The males are much smaller, do not even look like black widows, and are not dangerous. The females can be deadly but you'd have to really disturb one to get bitten. They're not like bees.
Are black widows omnivores?
No
Are black widows asexuel?
no
