Hibana velox (formerly known as Aysha velox), commonly called the yellow ghost spider, is a spider species in the family Anyphaenidae, native to North America. It is found in foliage and in houses, and is an effective predator of insects such as the citrus leafminer, Phyllocnistis citrella (Gracillariidae).
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Yellow Ghost Spider being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Anyphaenidae
- Genus
- Hibana
- Species
- Hibana velox
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