A ground-dwelling spider species from the wolf spider family (Lycosidae), known for its robust hunting behavior and rapid ground movement across European habitats.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Predominantly found in woodland edges, grasslands, gardens, and agricultural landscapes across temperate regions of Europe, typically in ground-level microenvironments with dense vegetation cover
Ecological Role
Critical predator in terrestrial ecosystems, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators like birds and small mammals
Morphology
SKIN COATThick exoskeleton with hydrophobic cuticle, providing protection against environmental moisture and mechanical stress
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular legs adapted for rapid ground movement, equipped with fine sensory hairs for detecting environmental vibrations
HEAD SENSORYEight highly sensitive eyes arranged in three rows, providing exceptional peripheral vision and movement detection
BODY STRUCTURECompact body with robust build, typically 10-15 mm in length, brown to dark brown coloration with intricate camouflage patterns
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Donald Hobern from Copenhagen, Denmark
