Pardosa vancouveri
This record describes Pardosa vancouveri (species). Recorded family: Lycosidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
The epigynum does not separate females from other species, but the males of P. vancouveri can be distinguished by the thickened club foot of tarsus I. ( Vogel 2004 )
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Marshes, grasslands, and meadows at low elevations.
Geographic Range
Oregon, Washington, & British Columbia.
Seasonal Activity
Maturity is reached in the spring, after overwintering as juveniles.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Pardosa vancouveri. 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 Pardosa vancouveri (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Lynette Elliott; Additional contributions by Mandy Howe
Frequently Asked Questions About Pardosa vancouveri
What is Pardosa vancouveri?
Pardosa vancouveri is a species in the family Lycosidae, within the order Araneae.
How do you identify Pardosa vancouveri?
The epigynum does not separate females from other species, but the males of P. vancouveri can be distinguished by the thickened club foot of tarsus I. ( Vogel 2004 )
Where is Pardosa vancouveri found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Marshes, grasslands, and meadows at low elevations. |
| Range | Oregon, Washington, & British Columbia. |
When is Pardosa vancouveri active?
Pardosa vancouveri: seasonal activity - Maturity is reached in the spring, after overwintering as juveniles..