Pseudeuophrys lanigera

Alternative names
Euophrys lanigera
Description

A jumping spider with a body length of 3 to 4 mm.

Similar Species

Other species in this genus. 

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

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.

Habitat

Mostly found inside buildings.

When to see it

Adults can be found indoors, even in deep winter.

UK Status

Widespread in the southern half of Britain.

VC55 Status

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.

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Species profile

Species group:
Spiders
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Araneae
Family:
Salticidae
Records on NatureSpot:
34
First record:
03/12/2011 (Peacock, H A)
Last record:
13/06/2024 (Cann, Alan)

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