Oedothorax gibbosus
This record describes Oedothorax gibbosus (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Males | 2.0 to 2.3 mm. |
| Females | 2.4 to 3.2 mm. Prosoma brown, radial stripes and margin darker. |
| Male | with high, rounded hump, anteriorly with bipartite, densely bristled groove (gibbosus-form) or with broad-conical hump (tuberosus-form). Legs yellow-orange. Opisthosoma black-grey. Confirmation of this species requires examination of the genitalia of mature specimens. Bogs, marshes, wet meadows and other saturated habitats. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Oedothorax+gibbosus No additional images available for this species. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Oedothorax
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Bogs, marshes, wet meadows and other saturated habitats.
Seasonal Activity
All year with a peak in early summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in England and Wales.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Oedothorax gibbosus. 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 Oedothorax gibbosus (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Oedothorax gibbosus
What is Oedothorax gibbosus?
Oedothorax gibbosus is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
Where is Oedothorax gibbosus found?
Habitat: Bogs, marshes, wet meadows and other saturated habitats.
When is Oedothorax gibbosus active?
Oedothorax gibbosus: seasonal activity - All year with a peak in early summer..