Ceratinella scabrosa
This record describes Ceratinella scabrosa (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Body length 1.7 to 2 mm. Opisthosoma grey to grey-brown, dorsally almost completely covered by black-brown scutum. Microscopic examination of the genitalia is required to confirm this species. Dry grassland, ancient woodland, leaf litter. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Ceratinella+scabrosa No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Ceratinella
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Dry grassland, ancient woodland, leaf litter.
Seasonal Activity
Summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread but uncommon.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Ceratinella scabrosa. 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 Ceratinella scabrosa (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceratinella scabrosa
What is Ceratinella scabrosa?
Ceratinella scabrosa is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Ceratinella scabrosa?
1.7 to 2 mm. Opisthosoma grey to grey-brown, dorsally almost completely covered by black-brown scutum.
Where is Ceratinella scabrosa found?
Habitat: Dry grassland, ancient woodland, leaf litter.
When is Ceratinella scabrosa active?
Ceratinella scabrosa: seasonal activity - Summer..