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genus latrodectus

 

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Noun genus latrodectus has 1 sense
  1. Latrodectus, genus Latrodectus - venomous spiders
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Theridiidae, family Theridiidae
    --1 has members: black widow, Latrodectus mactans

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Genus Latrodectus

Description:

The term "genus Latrodectus" refers to a group of venomous spiders commonly known as widow spiders. This genus belongs to the family Theridiidae and includes several species found worldwide. Widow spiders are known for their distinctive hourglass-shaped marking on the abdomen and their neurotoxic venom.

Sample Sentences:

As a Noun:

1. The genus Latrodectus includes species such as the black widow and the brown widow.

2. Latrodectus hesperus, commonly known as the western black widow, is found in the western regions of North America.

As an Adjective:

1. The bite of a Latrodectus spider can cause severe symptoms if left untreated.

2. The female Latrodectus spider is known for its red hourglass marking.

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