Harpactea hombergi
This record describes Harpactea hombergi (species). Recorded family: Dysderidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | 5 to 7 mm. |
| Carapace | Carapace dark brown, tapering towards head area with six eyes. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen grey-brown, tubular. |
| Legs | Legs annulated. 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. Under stones and bark, in ivy, dry litter and detritus. It has been recorded in gardens and sometimes houses. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Harpactea+hombergi No additional images available for this species. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Dysderidae
- Genus
- Harpactea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Under stones and bark, in ivy, dry litter and detritus. It has been recorded in gardens and sometimes houses.
Seasonal Activity
All year.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widely distributed.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Harpactea hombergi. 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 Harpactea hombergi (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Harpactea hombergi
What is Harpactea hombergi?
Harpactea hombergi is a species in the family Dysderidae, within the order Araneae.
Where is Harpactea hombergi found?
Habitat: Under stones and bark, in ivy, dry litter and detritus. It has been recorded in gardens and sometimes houses.
When is Harpactea hombergi active?
Harpactea hombergi: seasonal activity - All year..