A small linyphiid spider species characterized by its reddish-brown coloration and distinctive web-building behavior within the genus Macrargus.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Predominantly found in temperate forest floors, leaf litter, moss, and decaying wood environments across Northern Europe and parts of temperate Asia
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in controlling small arthropod populations and serving as a micro-predator in forest floor ecosystems
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Reddish-brown exoskeleton with fine setae, providing camouflage in leaf litter environments
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LIMBS WINGS
Eight legs with fine sensory hairs, adapted for precise movement through complex forest floor substrates
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HEAD SENSORY
Eight simple eyes arranged in two rows, with advanced chemosensory and vibrational perception capabilities
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BODY STRUCTURE
Small spider, typically 2-3 mm in body length, with slender and elongated cephalothorax and abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: John Blackwall
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