Clubiona comta
This record describes Clubiona comta (species). Recorded family: Clubionidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Males 3 to 5 mm, females 3.5 to 6 mm - smaller than the other members of this family. Female carapace pale brown, male darker. Pale abdomen with a brown median band broken into 4 to 6 chevrons. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters. Typically in foliage and under tree bark. Adults of both sexes are found mainly in late spring and early summer, females occasionally throughout the year. https://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Clubiona+comta
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Clubionidae
- Genus
- Clubiona
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Typically in foliage and under tree bark.
Seasonal Activity
Adults of both sexes are found mainly in late spring and early summer, females occasionally throughout the year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Common and widespread in Britain.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Clubiona comta. 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 Clubiona comta (8)
Frequently Asked Questions About Clubiona comta
What is Clubiona comta?
Clubiona comta is a species in the family Clubionidae, within the order Araneae.
Where is Clubiona comta found?
Habitat: Typically in foliage and under tree bark.
When is Clubiona comta active?
Clubiona comta: seasonal activity - Adults of both sexes are found mainly in late spring and early summer, females occasionally throughout the year..