Ero pensacolae
This record describes Ero pensacolae (species). Recorded family: Mimetidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Ivie & Barrows, 1935 - Some new spiders from Florida Archer, 1941 - Alabama spiders of the family Mimetidae
Classification
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Other spiders and possibly their eggs and prey if available.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pensacola, Florida - one of the localities the species was described from.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Ero pensacolae. 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 Ero pensacolae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeff Hollenbeck
Frequently Asked Questions About Ero pensacolae
What is Ero pensacolae?
Ero pensacolae is a species in the family Mimetidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Ero pensacolae?
Body length 3-4mm.
How do you identify Ero pensacolae?
Ivie & Barrows, 1935 - Some new spiders from Florida Archer, 1941 - Alabama spiders of the family Mimetidae
What does Ero pensacolae eat?
The diet of the Ero pensacolae includes Other spiders and possibly their eggs and prey if available..