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Speispinne

Scytodes thoracica

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (28 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Tier)

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Arachnida (Spinnentiere)

Araneae (Webspinnen)

Species

Scytodes thoracica (Speispinne)

Names in Other Languages

German Speispinne

Similar Species in Scytodes

Dunkle Speispinne

Spitting spider

Scytodes univittata

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Speispinne?

The scientific name of Speispinne is Scytodes thoracica. It belongs to the genus Scytodes.

What is the conservation status of Speispinne?

Speispinne (Scytodes thoracica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Speispinne live?

Speispinne is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (28 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece.

What family does Speispinne belong to?

Speispinne (Scytodes thoracica) belongs to the genus Scytodes, which is part of the taxonomic family Scytodidae.

Is Speispinne endangered?

No, Speispinne (Scytodes thoracica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Speispinne belong to?

Speispinne (Scytodes thoracica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Speispinne?

The closest relatives of Speispinne in the genus Scytodes include Dunkle Speispinne, Spitting spider.

Native Range — 32 Countries

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Genus Scytodes — 3 Species

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Dunkle Speispinne

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Speispinne

Scytodes thoracica

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Spitting spider

Scytodes univittata

Data verified März 2026

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