Pardosa lugubris is a wolf spider species endemic to European woodland habitats, characterized by its agile hunting behavior and distinctive dark coloration. It belongs to the Lycosidae family, known for active predatory strategies.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Predominantly found in temperate forest ecosystems, leaf litter, forest floors, and edge habitats of woodlands across Europe, typically in humid, shaded environments with moderate vegetation density.
Ecological Role
Critical in regulating insect populations, serving as an essential predator in forest floor food webs, controlling populations of small invertebrates and contributing to ecosystem balance.
Morphology
SKIN COATDark brown to black exoskeleton with intricate pattern variations, providing camouflage in forest environments
LIMBS WINGSLong, slender legs with dense setae, enabling rapid locomotion and prey capture
HEAD SENSORYEight eyes arranged in three rows, providing excellent peripheral and directional vision for hunting prey
BODY STRUCTURESmall to medium-sized spider, typically 7-12 mm in body length, with robust prosoma and elongated legs adapted for rapid ground movement
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Andreas Eichler
