Drassodes neglectus
This record describes Drassodes neglectus (species). Recorded family: Gnaphosidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Male voucher Left palp (ventral/lateral) Males of this species have three dorsodistal macrosetae on the palpal femur: Female voucher Epigyne (ventral)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Gnaphosidae (Ground Spiders)
- Genus
- Drassodes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Alaska east to Nova Scotia and south to Arizona and West Virginia
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Mating pair (in captivity):
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Drassodes neglectus. 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 Drassodes neglectus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Lynette Elliott; Additional contributions by cheins , jsloan
Frequently Asked Questions About Drassodes neglectus
What is Drassodes neglectus?
Drassodes neglectus is a species in the family Gnaphosidae, within the order Araneae.
How do you identify Drassodes neglectus?
Male voucher Left palp (ventral/lateral) Males of this species have three dorsodistal macrosetae on the palpal femur: Female voucher Epigyne (ventral)
Where is Drassodes neglectus found?
Range: Alaska east to Nova Scotia and south to Arizona and West Virginia
What is the life cycle of a Drassodes neglectus?
Mating pair (in captivity):