Lepthyphantes turbatrix
This record describes Lepthyphantes turbatrix (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace orange-yellow suffused with dusky, darker at the margin. |
| Legs | Legs orange-yellow. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen dark with scattered silvery spots and marked with interrupted transverse light bands and a pair of light spots, one at each side at base. Palp Epigynum (ventral/lateral) |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Linyphiinae
- Genus
- Lepthyphantes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Often found under logs and leaf litter -ChH
Geographic Range
According to the American Arachnological Society --AB, BC, MB, NB, NF, NS, ON, PQ, SK; IN, ME, MI, NH, NM, NY, OH, WI. There are additional records from BugGuide as well: MA, MN.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Lepthyphantes turbatrix. 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 Lepthyphantes turbatrix (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cheins
Frequently Asked Questions About Lepthyphantes turbatrix
What is Lepthyphantes turbatrix?
Lepthyphantes turbatrix is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Lepthyphantes turbatrix?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 2.6mm |
| Female | 2.6-2.8mm |
How do you identify Lepthyphantes turbatrix?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Carapace | Carapace orange-yellow suffused with dusky, darker at the margin. |
| Legs | Legs orange-yellow. |
| Abdomen | Abdomen dark with scattered silvery spots and marked with interrupted transverse light bands and a pair of light spots, one at each side at base. Palp Epigynum (ventral/lateral) |
Where is Lepthyphantes turbatrix found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Often found under logs and leaf litter -ChH |
| Range | According to the American Arachnological Society --AB, BC, MB, NB, NF, NS, ON, PQ, SK; IN, ME, MI, NH, NM, NY, OH, WI. There are additional records from BugGuide as well: MA, MN. |