Clubiona trivialis

C. L. Koch, 1843

Clubiona trivialis is a small sac spider in the Clubionidae, characterized by its reddish-brown coloration and holarctic distribution. Unlike the longlegged sac spiders in the Cheiracanthium (now Eutichuridae), which are frequently encountered indoors, Clubiona are less commonly found inside human dwellings. are present year-round and occupy exposed positions on low vegetation.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Clubiona trivialis: /kluːˈbaɪ.ə.nə trɪˈviː.ə.lɪs/

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Identification

Clubiona trivialis can be distinguished from similar sac spiders by the presence of a distinct groove in the center of the and a tuft of curved setae on the front edge of the . These features separate it from Cheiracanthium , which lack both the carapace groove and the abdominal setal tuft.

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Habitat

Exposed places on low vegetation.

Distribution

Holarctic; recorded from North America, Europe, Russia (extending to the Far East), China, and Japan. Specific regional records include Belgium and Flanders.

Seasonality

can be found throughout the year.

Similar Taxa

  • CheiracanthiumFormerly classified in the same (Clubionidae), but distinguished by the absence of a central groove and lack of curved setal tuft on the . Cheiracanthium are also more frequently encountered indoors.

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