A tiny sheet-web spider belonging to the Linyphiidae family, native to temperate regions of Europe, characterized by its minute size and intricate web-building behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Woodland floor, leaf litter, grasslands, low vegetation, and forest understory with high humidity and moderate temperatures between 5-20°C
Ecological Role
Critical role in controlling insect populations, serving as prey for larger predators, and contributing to soil ecosystem biodiversity
Morphology
SKIN COATThin, translucent cuticle with fine setae for sensory perception
LIMBS WINGSEight slender legs adapted for navigating complex ground vegetation and web structures
HEAD SENSORYEight eyes arranged in two rows, with excellent short-range sensory capabilities for web construction and prey detection
BODY STRUCTUREExtremely small, typically 2-3 mm in body length, with a pale brown to yellowish exoskeleton
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: John Blackwell
