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Yellow-legged Money Spider

Yellow-legged Money Spider

Tenuiphantes flavipes

A small web-weaving spider belonging to the Linyphiidae family, characterized by its delicate structure and yellow-colored leg pigmentation. Native to regions of Europe, this species demonstrates intricate web-building behaviors typical of sheet web spiders.

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Yellow-legged Money Spider
Yellow-legged Money Spider
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Typically found in temperate forest understories, grasslands, and garden environments with dense vegetation. Prefers cool, humid microclimates with abundant ground cover and leaf litter.

Ecological Role

Plays a critical role in controlling insect populations, serving as an essential predator in terrestrial ecosystems. Contributes to maintaining invertebrate population balance and serving as prey for larger predators.

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Translucent, pale exoskeleton with minimal pigmentation, allowing camouflage in leaf litter and vegetation.
  • LIMBS WINGS Characteristic yellow-pigmented legs, thin and adapted for rapid movement through complex web structures.
  • HEAD SENSORY Eight simple eyes arranged in compact cluster, specialized for detecting movement and prey in low-light environments.
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small body size, typically 2-4 mm in length. Slender, elongated abdomen with delicate exoskeleton.
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Phil
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