Megalepthyphantes nebulosus
(Sundevall, 1830)
Megalepthyphantes nebulosus is a of sheetweb in the Linyphiidae. It is one of the more widely distributed linyphiid species, occurring across North America and Eurasia. The species was first described by Sundevall in 1830. Like other members of its family, it constructs sheet webs for capture. The specific epithet 'nebulosus' refers to the cloudy or nebulous appearance, likely describing coloration or pattern.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Megalepthyphantes nebulosus: //ˌmɛɡələpθɪˈfæntiːz ˌnɛbjʊˈloʊsəs//
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Distribution
North America; Europe; Turkey; Caucasus region; Russia from European Russia to the Far East. GBIF records confirm presence in Flanders, Belgium and Alberta, Canada, with a doubtful record for Belgium as a whole.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described by Sundevall in 1830, this has maintained stable . It is the species of the Megalepthyphantes.
Collection Records
iNaturalist shows 110 observations of this , indicating it is documented with moderate frequency by citizen scientists.