Species Details
- Species name
- Kryptonesticus eremita (Simon, 1880)
- Taxonomy
- Animalia :: Araneae :: Nesticidae
Distribution
In Britain it is currently known from one population in a mine adit on Flat Holm Island in the Bristol Channel. It is more widespread on continental Europe.Habitat and ecology
This species inhabits caves, cellars, sewers and similar dark habitats. The female carries a single egg-sac attached to the spinnerets. On Flat Holm mature males and females with egg-sacs have been observed in August.Status
A European species expanding its continental range.Original author of profile: R.C. Gallon.
Stats
- First recorded
- 2017
- Last recorded
- 2017
- Total records
- 2
- Total visits
- 2
Photos and media
Spatial distribution - hectad map
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Temporal distribution - records by year
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Temporal distribution - records by week
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