Helophora reducta
This record describes Helophora reducta (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Helophora reducta is a species of sheetweb spider in the family Linyphiidae. It is found in the United States.
Identification notes
Carapace brownish yellow, darkened along furrows. Palp Epigynum
Wikipedia reference for Helophora reducta: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helophora reducta.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Linyphiinae
- Genus
- Helophora
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
According to the American Arachnological Society --BC; AK, OR, WA The type specimen was from UT.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: (Keyserling, 1886)
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Helophora reducta. 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 Helophora reducta (7)
Photo credits: Contributed by John Sloan; Additional contributions by cheins
Frequently Asked Questions About Helophora reducta
What is Helophora reducta?
Helophora reducta is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Helophora reducta?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 3.33 mm |
| Female | 3.5 mm |
How do you identify Helophora reducta?
Carapace brownish yellow, darkened along furrows. Palp Epigynum
Where is Helophora reducta found?
Range: According to the American Arachnological Society --BC; AK, OR, WA The type specimen was from UT.