Learn about arachnids, explore their habitats, behaviors, characteristics and their ecological importance..
Latrodectus cinctus
Santiago and Maio Islands
A convex abdomen on the upper part, covered with fine hair and projects over the base of the cephalothorax, brownish-black in color with an oblong mark ascending from the spinnerets and three dark orange transverse bands on the upper part
At KriolSpider, our goal is to provide you with the best tools and resources to explore and learn about the fascinating world of arachnids in Cape Verde
cataloging of any arachnid in Cape Verde
Learn how protect arachnids and their habitats
Maps showing where each species can be found
Collaboration on projects about arachnids
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Scientific Research
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Knowledge Expansion
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Species extinction
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