Latrodectus corallinus
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Latrodectus corallinus

Latrodectus corallinus is a species of widow spider native to Argentina. It is approximately 12 millimetres (0.47 in) in size, and is primarily black with large, red markings on its abdomen, as well as a red, square-like ring under its abdomen.

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Geography

Latrodectus corallinus is native to Argentina. It is found both outdoors and indoors, and is commonly found in agricultural fields.

Habits and Lifestyle

Latrodectus corallinus, like most species of Latrodectus, is not aggressive. The peak time of activity for Latrodectus corallinus is between the months of December and March (summer in the Southern Hemisphere).

References

1. Latrodectus corallinus Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latrodectus_corallinus

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