Linyphia triangularis
This record describes Linyphia triangularis (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
The female is about 6 mm and the male slightly smaller at 5 mm. A small but well-marked spider with a tuning fork shaped mark on the carapace behind the eyes. It can be found in bushes and vegetation. It is abundant and widespread in Britain.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Linyphiinae
- Genus
- Linyphia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It can be found in bushes and vegetation.
Seasonal Activity
Late Summer and Autumn.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Makes a sheet like web.
Additional species information
Recorded status
It is abundant and widespread in Britain.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Linyphia triangularis. 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 Linyphia triangularis (8)
Frequently Asked Questions About Linyphia triangularis
What is Linyphia triangularis?
Linyphia triangularis is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
Where is Linyphia triangularis found?
Habitat: It can be found in bushes and vegetation.
When is Linyphia triangularis active?
Linyphia triangularis: seasonal activity - Late Summer and Autumn..
What is the life cycle of a Linyphia triangularis?
Makes a sheet like web.