Alopecosa pulverulenta is a wolf spider species native to Europe, characterized by its distinctive dusty-colored carapace and agile hunting behavior within ground-level ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Predominantly found in temperate grasslands, meadows, forest edges, and low-vegetation areas across Northern and Central Europe, typically inhabiting ground substrates like leaf litter, moss, and sparse vegetation
Ecological Role
Functions as a critical predator in ground-level ecosystems, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators like birds and small mammals
Morphology
SKIN COATMottled brown and gray exoskeleton providing excellent camouflage in ground vegetation
LIMBS WINGSEight legs adapted for rapid ground movement, covered in sensory hairs for detecting vibrations and environmental cues
HEAD SENSORYEight eyes arranged in three rows, providing excellent peripheral vision and movement detection for hunting prey
BODY STRUCTURERobust, compact body with average length of 8-12 mm, characterized by strong exoskeleton and camouflage coloration matching ground surfaces
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: James K. Lindsey
