Nihonhimea japonica

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Nihonhimea japonica, a reference photo
Photo: Akio Tanikawa · CC BY-SA 2.5 (licence)

Nihonhimea japonica is a species of spider in the family Theridiidae (cobweb spiders). Originally described from Japan, it has since been found across East Asia, including Korea, China, Taiwan, and Laos.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Nihonhimea japonica 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
Theridiidae
Species
Nihonhimea japonica

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