Pocadicnemis pumila
Pocadicnemis pumila sensu stricta
This record describes Pocadicnemis pumila sensu stricta (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Length 1.8 to 2.3mm. Prosoma yellow-brown to brown, often also blackish. Legs yellowish-brown. Opisthosoma dark grey to black. Examination of the genitalia is required to confirm this species. Occurs in a range of habitats including grasslands, moorland, heathland and bogs. http://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Pocadicnemis+pumila+sens.+str. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Pocadicnemis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Occurs in a range of habitats including grasslands, moorland, heathland and bogs.
Seasonal Activity
April to September.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in Britain.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Pocadicnemis pumila sensu stricta. 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 Pocadicnemis pumila (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Pocadicnemis pumila
What is Pocadicnemis pumila?
Pocadicnemis pumila (Pocadicnemis pumila sensu stricta) is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Pocadicnemis pumila?
1.8 to 2.3mm. Prosoma yellow-brown to brown, often also blackish. Legs yellowish-brown. Opisthosoma dark grey to black.
Where is Pocadicnemis pumila found?
Habitat: Occurs in a range of habitats including grasslands, moorland, heathland and bogs.
When is Pocadicnemis pumila active?
Pocadicnemis pumila: seasonal activity - April to September..