Pardosa lowriei
Kronestedt, 1975
Lowrie's Thin-legged Wolf Spider
Pardosa lowriei is a of thin-legged wolf spider in the Lycosidae, first described by Kronestedt in 1975. As a member of the Pardosa, it is characterized by long spines on the legs that are nearly perpendicular to the leg axis, distinguishing it from other wolf spider genera. The species is found in the United States and Canada. Like other Pardosa species, it is likely a ground-dwelling active hunter, though specific behavioral details for this species are not well documented.
Pronunciation
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Identification
identification within Pardosa requires microscopic examination of genitalia: females possess a paired , while males have highly modified used for sperm transfer. Distinguished from other wolf spider by the perpendicular orientation of leg spines. From other Pardosa species, distinguished by specific genitalic structures not visible without magnification.
Habitat
Specific preferences for P. lowriei are not documented. Members of the Pardosa occupy diverse habitats including wetlands, streambeds, forest floors, fields, and high-elevation mountain areas.
Distribution
Found in the United States and Canada. Distribution records from GBIF confirm presence in North America with specific occurrences in USA and Canada.
Behavior
As a wolf spider (Lycosidae), likely an active ground-dwelling hunter that does not build webs to capture prey. Specific for P. lowriei have not been documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Pardosa speciesShare -level traits of perpendicular leg spines and elevated ; require genitalic examination for definitive separation.
- Other Lycosidae generaOther wolf spiders have shorter leg spines oriented more parallel to the leg surface, and typically have lower, less vertical .
More Details
Taxonomic Note
Described by Kronestedt in 1975. The Pardosa contains 65 recognized in the U.S. and 75 species north of Mexico including Canada.
Data Limitations
Minimal -specific information is available in the provided sources; most details reflect -level characteristics that may apply to P. lowriei but are not confirmed for this specific species.