Variability in the cephalothorax shape within and between populations of the spiny orb weaver spider Gasteracantha kuhli

Spiders are dominant sit-and-wait predators, and they are of potential value in biological control by feeding on other insects. The sizes and shapes of the spider's body are considered essential for their survival, especially in prey capture. The cephalothorax of the genus Gasteracantha, for ex...

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Main Authors: Theresa Pareno, Cesar G. Demayo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: International Academy of Ecology and Environmental Sciences 2020-09-01
Series:Arthropods
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Online Access:http://www.iaees.org/publications/journals/arthropods/articles/2020-9(3)/variability-in-cephalothorax-shape.pdf