Clubiona pygmaea
This record describes Clubiona pygmaea (species). Recorded family: Clubionidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Clubiona pygmaea is a species of sac spider in the family Clubionidae. It is found in the United States and Canada.
Identification notes
Palp Epigynum
Wikipedia reference for Clubiona pygmaea: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clubiona pygmaea.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Clubionidae (Sac Spiders)
- Genus
- Clubiona (Leafcurling Sac Spiders)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Tall grass in marshes and low deciduous shrubs.
Geographic Range
Colorado to southern Ontario and Maine, south to Texas and Florida
Seasonal Activity
Adults Jun-Jul
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Clubiona pygmaea Banks, 1892
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Clubiona pygmaea. 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 pygmaea (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chad Heins; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Clubiona pygmaea
What is Clubiona pygmaea?
Clubiona pygmaea is a species in the family Clubionidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Clubiona pygmaea?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Males | 3.25mm |
| Females | 3.80mm |
How do you identify Clubiona pygmaea?
Palp Epigynum
Where is Clubiona pygmaea found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Tall grass in marshes and low deciduous shrubs. |
| Range | Colorado to southern Ontario and Maine, south to Texas and Florida |
When is Clubiona pygmaea active?
Clubiona pygmaea: seasonal activity - Adults Jun-Jul.