Allomengea dentisetis
This record describes Allomengea dentisetis (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Cephalothorax | Cephalothorax, chelicerae and legs light brown. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen cream-colored with gray suffusion, a faint pattern of grayish chevrons dorsally. Epigynum |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Linyphiinae
- Genus
- Allomengea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
"Swampy areas with a well-developed herbaceous stratum but only sparse covering by trees."
Geographic Range
According to the American Arachnological Society --AB, BC, LB, MB, NB, NF, NS, NT, ON, PQ, SK, YT; AK, CO, MA, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, WI
Seasonal Activity
Adults found from late summer into early fall.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: (Grube, 1861)
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Allomengea dentisetis. 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 Allomengea dentisetis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by John Sloan; Additional contributions by cheins
Frequently Asked Questions About Allomengea dentisetis
What is Allomengea dentisetis?
Allomengea dentisetis is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Allomengea dentisetis?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 3.1-3.4mm |
| Female | 3.3-3.8mm 4.2-4.5mm |
How do you identify Allomengea dentisetis?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Cephalothorax | Cephalothorax, chelicerae and legs light brown. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen cream-colored with gray suffusion, a faint pattern of grayish chevrons dorsally. Epigynum |
Where is Allomengea dentisetis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Swampy areas with a well-developed herbaceous stratum but only sparse covering by trees. |
| Range | According to the American Arachnological Society --AB, BC, LB, MB, NB, NF, NS, NT, ON, PQ, SK, YT; AK, CO, MA, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, WI |
When is Allomengea dentisetis active?
Allomengea dentisetis: seasonal activity - Adults found from late summer into early fall..