Prinerigone vagans
This record describes Prinerigone vagans (species). Recorded family: Linyphiidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Identification of this species Requires examination at high magnification in good lighting, typically examination of the genitalia. Bee, L., Oxford, G., & Smith, H. (2020). Britain's Spiders: A Field Guide. Second Edition. Princeton University Press. Mainly in open terrain, prefers damp conditions. Widespread in central and south east England. https://srs.britishspiders.org.uk/portal.php/p/Summary/s/Prinerigone+vagans No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae
- Family
- Linyphiidae
- Genus
- Prinerigone
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Mainly in open terrain, prefers damp conditions.
Seasonal Activity
Spring-Autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in central and south east England.
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Prinerigone vagans. 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 Prinerigone vagans (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Prinerigone vagans
What is Prinerigone vagans?
Prinerigone vagans is a species in the family Linyphiidae, within the order Araneae.
How big is Prinerigone vagans?
2 to 3mm.
Where is Prinerigone vagans found?
Habitat: Mainly in open terrain, prefers damp conditions.
When is Prinerigone vagans active?
Prinerigone vagans: seasonal activity - Spring-Autumn..