Trebacosa

Trebacosa is a genus of wolf spiders first described by Dondale & Rednerin 1981.[1]

Trebacosa
T. marxi
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Chelicerata
Class: Arachnida
Order: Araneae
Infraorder: Araneomorphae
Family: Lycosidae
Genus: Trebacosa
Dondale & Redner, 1981
Species

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Species

As of February 2019 it contains only two species:[2]

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gollark: Appearance/Basic Anatomy Their golden scales retain heat better than other dragons. The twin dorsal fins at their shoulders grow slowly. When first born, the golden scales are at their brightest and then dull over time. The dorsal and tail spines are not sharp. The underbelly has harder scales than the rest of the body. Three digits on each wing, with a small claw-like digit at the central joint. Eyes have slit pupils that are bright apple green. The tail is prehensile to a degree and helps steady movements.Hatchling Behavior Hatchlings are timid but curious. At a young age, scales start out sharp. When encountering other metallic dragons, Golds become very talkative. They can’t do much flying until the twin dorsal fins are long enough.Adult Behavior Can be persnickety at times. Absolutely love objects as shiny as they are. Being hunted for their lustrous scales has made them tend to avoid humans. Dislike direct sunlight when in groups. Highly intelligent compared to other breeds. Have studied humans to a small degree but are not particularly impresssed with them.Habitat Can be found near caves. Hatchlings tend not to stay where they are supposed to. Prefer dense wooded areas.Diet Primary diet of large game and pack animals. Are careful to avoid killing off entire herds. “Snack” on nuts, if available.
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See also

References
  1. Dondale, C. D.; Redner, J. H. (1981). "Classification of two North American species of Pirata, with a description of a new genus (Araneae, Lycosidae)". Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History. 170: 106–110.
  2. "Gen. Trebacosa Dondale & Redner, 1981". World Spider Catalog. Natural History Museum Bern. Retrieved 2019-03-21.

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