Agyneta bronx
This record describes Agyneta bronx (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace light yellow, shiny, finely reticulate. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen uniformly off-white. |
| Legs | Legs light yellow. Palp: |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Linyphiinae
- Genus
- Agyneta
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
This species has been found in caves but it is unclear if it is restricted to such habitats.
Geographic Range
Northeastern USA west to North Dakota and Nebraska According to the American Arachnological Society --MO, ND, NE, NY, PA but there is a record from SC here on BugGuide.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Agyneta bronx. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
As of 2023, 51,673 spider species in 136 families have been recorded, though an estimated 150,000 species exist. Spiders rank 7th in total species diversity among all organism orders. Only 0.5% of spider species pose any risk to human health.
Ecological role of the group
Spider venom contains complex peptides with diverse pharmacological activities, making them valuable for drug development research. Spiders produce up to 7 types of silk from specialized glands. Spider silk genes have been inserted into mammals and plants for biotech applications.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The global spider community kills an estimated 400-800 million tons of prey annually (2017 study). Spiders provide billions of dollars in natural pest control for agriculture. Spider silk is 5× stronger than steel of the same diameter, driving a biomaterials research industry.
Recorded sources for this group: World Spider Catalog, PNAS, Nature, ScienceDirect. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Agyneta bronx (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chad Heins
Frequently Asked Questions About Agyneta bronx
What is Agyneta bronx?
Agyneta bronx is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Agyneta bronx?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 1.85mm |
| Female | 1.99mm |
How do you identify Agyneta bronx?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace light yellow, shiny, finely reticulate. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen uniformly off-white. |
| Legs | Legs light yellow. Palp: |
Where is Agyneta bronx found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | This species has been found in caves but it is unclear if it is restricted to such habitats. |
| Range | Northeastern USA west to North Dakota and Nebraska According to the American Arachnological Society --MO, ND, NE, NY, PA but there is a record from SC here on BugGuide. |