Theridion grallator, also known as the Hawaiian happy-face spider, is a spider in the family Theridiidae that resides on the Hawaiian Islands. T. grallator gets its vernacular name of "Hawaiian happy-face spider" from the unique patterns superimposed on its abdomen, specifically those that resemble a smiley face . [ 2 ]

Apr 30, 2019 · The Happy Face spider has a special design that looks like a smiley face on its belly! It lives on a few islands in Hawaii, and each spider has its own unique pattern. Sometimes, these patterns even change from one island to another.

Jun 1, 2008 · This spider is normally shy and retiring. It lives on the undersides of leaves in rainforests, mainly on the Big Island. It hunts primarily at night and feeds on small insects that it encounters. The “happy face” pattern is variable and has dozens of different patterns.

Nov 3, 2024 · T. grallator obtains its vernacular name of "Hawaiian happy-face spider" from the unique patterns superimposed on its abdomen, specifically those that resemble a human smiling face. Its Hawaiian name is nananana makakiʻi (face-patterned spider).

Feb 5, 2024 · Happy Face Spiders, scientifically known as Theridion grallator, are a fascinating species of arachnids native to the Hawaiian islands. They are renowned for their distinctive abdominal markings resembling a smiling face, which has earned them their common name.

The Happy Face Spider is a tiny and completely harmless terrestrial invertebrate that accidentally evolved a highly distinctive camouflage feature.

Jul 26, 2009 · The Hawaiian Happy Face Spider is constantly flashing an extremely content smile. Here are some facts about this unique spider: The Happy Face Spider is endemic to Hawaii, which means it’s not naturally found anywhere else in the world.

Theridion grallator, also known as the Hawaiian happy-face spider, is a spider in the family Theridiidae. Its Hawaiian name is nananana makakiʻi (face-patterned spider). The specific epithet grallator is Latin for 'stilt walker', a reference to the species' long, spindly legs.

Theridion is a genus of tangle-web spiders with a worldwide distribution. [6] Notable species are the Hawaiian happy face spider (T. grallator), named for the iconic symbol on its abdomen, and T. nigroannulatum, one of few spider species that lives in social groups, attacking prey en masse to overwhelm them as a team.

Jan 31, 2019 · Smiling spiders have a specific look that actually makes them look like they're smiling. Some seem to wear their 'smiling face' on their back. There are several members of the theridiidae family that always seem to be happy. Or, at least they look like they are!