Gongylidiellum vivum
This record describes Gongylidiellum vivum (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Length 1.2-2mm. Prosoma yellow-brown. Legs yellow-brown. Opisthosoma light grey to black-grey. Microscopic examination of the of the genitalia is required to confirm this species. In moss, grass and leaf litter, often in damp situations. Adults of both sexes have been recorded throughout the year, with a peak in summer. https://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Gongylidiellum+vivum
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Gongylidiellum
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
In moss, grass and leaf litter, often in damp situations.
Seasonal Activity
Adults of both sexes have been recorded throughout the year, with a peak in summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Gongylidiellum vivum. 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 Gongylidiellum vivum (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Gongylidiellum vivum
What is Gongylidiellum vivum?
Gongylidiellum vivum is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Gongylidiellum vivum?
1.2-2mm. Prosoma yellow-brown. Legs yellow-brown. Opisthosoma light grey to black-grey.
Where is Gongylidiellum vivum found?
Habitat: In moss, grass and leaf litter, often in damp situations.
When is Gongylidiellum vivum active?
Gongylidiellum vivum: seasonal activity - Adults of both sexes have been recorded throughout the year, with a peak in summer..