Dismodicus bifrons
This record describes Dismodicus bifrons (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Males | 1.7 to 2.1 mm |
| Females | 2 to 2.5 mm. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required. If the photo doesn't show the key ID features then in the comments box describe the size and identifying characters you have observed. An actively ballooning spider particularly abundant in grassland and scrub. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Dismodicus+bifrons |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Dismodicus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
An actively ballooning spider particularly abundant in grassland and scrub.
Seasonal Activity
Spring to Autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread throughout much of Britain.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Dismodicus bifrons. 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 Dismodicus bifrons (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dismodicus bifrons
What is Dismodicus bifrons?
Dismodicus bifrons is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
Where is Dismodicus bifrons found?
Habitat: An actively ballooning spider particularly abundant in grassland and scrub.
When is Dismodicus bifrons active?
Dismodicus bifrons: seasonal activity - Spring to Autumn..