Showing posts with label net caster. Show all posts
Showing posts with label net caster. Show all posts

Mar 11, 2021

Rufus Net-Caster (Deinopis subrufa)

 

The Rufus Net-Caster, (Deinopis subrufa), is a species of net-casting spiders. It occurs in Australia and in New Zealand. It is a nocturnal hunter, having excellent eyesight, and hunts using a silken net to capture its prey. They feed on a variety of insects, eg; ants, beetles, crickets and other spiders.

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Jan 17, 2021

Rufus Net-Caster (Deinopis subrufa)

 


The Rufus Net-Caster Spider, (Deinopis subrufa), forms a net web between it's front legs and uses this to scoop up unsuspecting prey as it passes below.

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