Glyphesis servulus
Local name: Gewöhnliches Sumpfspinnchen
Overview
The Gewöhnliches Sumpfspinnchen (Glyphesis servulus) is a small wetland spider species characterized by its delicate build and distinctive web-spinning behavior in marshy environments. This diminutive arachnid plays a crucial ecological role as both predator of small flying insects and prey for larger wetland fauna, helping maintain the delicate balance of marsh ecosystems.
This endangered species faces severe pressure from wetland drainage and agricultural conversion of its marsh habitats. Climate change-induced alterations to water levels and seasonal flooding patterns further threaten the specific hydrological conditions this species requires for survival and reproduction.
Habitat
Glyphesis servulus inhabits the transitional zones of freshwater marshes and bog edges, particularly areas with consistent moisture and dense sedge vegetation. The species shows strong preference for locations where standing water meets emergent plant communities, creating the microhabitat conditions essential for its specialized web construction.
Other threatened species in Linyphiidae
Threatened in Austria
Frequently asked questions
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