Bolyphantes luteolus
This record describes Bolyphantes luteolus (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Length 3 to 5 mm. Prosoma brown. Opisthosoma yellowish brown, dorsally with irregularly arranged spots. This species can only be confirmed by examination of the genitalia of mature specimens. Grassland, heathland, moorland and wet flushes, beneath stones, amongst low vegetation or in bushes such as heather. Common in the north, but scarce in southern England except on high ground. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Bolyphantes+luteolus No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Bolyphantes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Grassland, heathland, moorland and wet flushes, beneath stones, amongst low vegetation or in bushes such as heather.
Seasonal Activity
Adults mostly August to December.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common in the north, but scarce in southern England except on high ground.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Bolyphantes luteolus. 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 Bolyphantes luteolus (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Bolyphantes luteolus
What is Bolyphantes luteolus?
Bolyphantes luteolus is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Bolyphantes luteolus?
3 to 5 mm. Prosoma brown. Opisthosoma yellowish brown, dorsally with irregularly arranged spots.
Where is Bolyphantes luteolus found?
Habitat: Grassland, heathland, moorland and wet flushes, beneath stones, amongst low vegetation or in bushes such as heather.
When is Bolyphantes luteolus active?
Bolyphantes luteolus: seasonal activity - Adults mostly August to December..