Ceraticelus bulbosus
This record describes Ceraticelus bulbosus (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Ceraticelus bulbosus is a species of dwarf spider in the family Linyphiidae. It is found in North America, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Finland, and a range from Russia (Europe to Far East).
Identification notes
Images of the palp and epigynum can be found here .
Wikipedia reference for Ceraticelus bulbosus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ceraticelus_bulbosus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Erigoninae
- Genus
- Ceraticelus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Sphagnum bogs often under leaves
Geographic Range
This species has a Holarctic distribution.
Seasonal Activity
March-June
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: (Emerton, 1882)
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Ceraticelus bulbosus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceraticelus bulbosus
What is Ceraticelus bulbosus?
Ceraticelus bulbosus is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Ceraticelus bulbosus?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Males | 1.3-1.4mm |
| Females | 1.4-1.5mm |
How do you identify Ceraticelus bulbosus?
Images of the palp and epigynum can be found here .
Where is Ceraticelus bulbosus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Sphagnum bogs often under leaves |
| Range | This species has a Holarctic distribution. |
When is Ceraticelus bulbosus active?
Ceraticelus bulbosus: seasonal activity - March-June.