Publication Year
Fall 1995
Volume
2
Number
28
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Five life cycle patterns in spiders are described and examples given. The most common pattern, maturation and mating in spring and early summer, is elaborated with a detailed description of the seasonal development of Philodromus cespitum. The four other patterns are exemplified by the following southeastern Wisconsin species: Argiope trifasciata--fall mating, Centromerus sylvaticus-- winter mating, Trochosa terricola--two mating seasons, and Pholcus phalangioides--year round mating.
Recommended Citation
Jass, J.P. 1995. Life cycle patterns in Wisconsin spiders. Field Station Bulletin 28(2): 1-10.