Araniella inconspicua
This record describes Araniella inconspicua (species). Recorded family: Araneidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Body | Body length male 4 to 5 mm, female 5 to 8.7mm. Prosoma brown. |
| Legs | Legs brown. Opisthosoma dorso-laterally always without black spots, ventrally without spots. Detailed examination of genitalia of mature specimens is required to confirm this species. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Araniella+inconspicua No additional images available for this species. |
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On trees and shrubs, e.g. Gorse.
Seasonal Activity
Early summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Uncommon In Britain.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Araniella inconspicua. 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 Araniella inconspicua (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Araniella inconspicua
What is Araniella inconspicua?
Araniella inconspicua is a species in the family Araneidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Araniella inconspicua?
male 4 to 5 mm, female 5 to 8.7mm. Prosoma brown. Legs brown. Opisthosoma dorso-laterally always without black spots, ventrally without spots.
Where is Araniella inconspicua found?
Habitat: On trees and shrubs, e.g. Gorse.
When is Araniella inconspicua active?
Araniella inconspicua: seasonal activity - Early summer..