Allocosa noctuabunda
This record describes Allocosa noctuabunda (species). Recorded family: Lycosidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace dark red brown, with pale median band (which often encloses paired, dark streaks anterior to dorsal groove) and pale, sinuous submarginal bands (or series of spots), and with few setae. Sternum yellow or orange. Chelicerae dark orange or red brown. |
| Legs | Legs orange, with moderately dense covering of setae; femora and tibiae each with 2 broad, black rings. Abdominal dorsum usually chalk white with contrasting dark, lateral area; venter dull yellow, sometimes with few small, black spots. |
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
"The only recorded habitat is the bank of a stream."
Seasonal Activity
"Males were collected from April to July, and females from April to August."
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: (Montgomery, 1904)
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Allocosa noctuabunda. 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 Allocosa noctuabunda (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chad Heins; Additional contributions by Laura P.
Frequently Asked Questions About Allocosa noctuabunda
What is Allocosa noctuabunda?
Allocosa noctuabunda is a species in the family Lycosidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Allocosa noctuabunda?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 5.5-8.1mm |
| Female | 6.2-9.2mm |
How do you identify Allocosa noctuabunda?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace dark red brown, with pale median band (which often encloses paired, dark streaks anterior to dorsal groove) and pale, sinuous submarginal bands (or series of spots), and with few setae. Sternum yellow or orange. Chelicerae dark orange or red brown. |
| Legs | Legs orange, with moderately dense covering of setae; femora and tibiae each with 2 broad, black rings. Abdominal dorsum usually chalk white with contrasting dark, lateral area; venter dull yellow, sometimes with few small, black spots. |
Where is Allocosa noctuabunda found?
Habitat: The only recorded habitat is the bank of a stream.
When is Allocosa noctuabunda active?
Allocosa noctuabunda: seasonal activity - Males were collected from April to July, and females from April to August..