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Pale Sheet Weaver Spider

Palliduphantes pallidus

A small linyphiid spider species characterized by delicate web-building behaviors and subtle coloration, native to European regions.

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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Typically found in woodland understories, grasslands, and low vegetation zones with high humidity and moderate temperatures between 5-20°C

Ecological Role

Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations, serving as an important predator in terrestrial ecosystems and contributing to local biodiversity

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Translucent exoskeleton with pale beige to light brown coloration, providing camouflage in vegetation
  • LIMBS WINGS Eight thin, pale-colored legs adapted for intricate web navigation and prey capture
  • HEAD SENSORY Eight eyes arranged in two rows, with advanced chemosensory and mechanosensory capabilities for detecting prey and environmental stimuli
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small-sized spider, approximately 3-4 mm in body length, with slender, elongated abdomen and cephalothorax
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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