Pocobletus coroniger
This record describes Pocobletus coroniger (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Very uniquely marked; a very small, dark spider with white spots and banded legs. See figure 14 in Gertsch & Archer 1942 ( 6 ) . Page created based on this specimen:
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Linyphiidae (Sheetweb and Dwarf Spiders)
- Subfamily
- Linyphiinae
- Genus
- Pocobletus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
USA, Mexico, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela ( 4 ) Published records include AL, FL, w GA, LA, TN. ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 5 ) Also, a BugGuide record adds KY.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Type species. ( 4 )
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Pocobletus coroniger. 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 Pocobletus coroniger (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mandy Howe; Additional contributions by cheins , Laura P.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pocobletus coroniger
What is Pocobletus coroniger?
Pocobletus coroniger is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Pocobletus coroniger?
Tiny/small spiders; body length (excluding legs) of adults around 1.35 - 1.8 millimeters. ( 5 ) ( 6 )
How do you identify Pocobletus coroniger?
Very uniquely marked; a very small, dark spider with white spots and banded legs. See figure 14 in Gertsch & Archer 1942 ( 6 ) . Page created based on this specimen:
Where is Pocobletus coroniger found?
Range: USA, Mexico, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela ( 4 ) Published records include AL, FL, w GA, LA, TN. ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 5 ) Also, a BugGuide record adds KY.