Gongylidiellum vivum

Gongylidiellum vivum

Description

Length 1.2-2mm. Prosoma yellow-brown. Legs yellow-brown. Opisthosoma light grey to black-grey.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Microscopic examination of the of the genitalia is required to confirm this species.

Habitat

In moss, grass and leaf litter, often in damp situations. 

When to see it

Adults of both sexes have been recorded throughout the year, with a peak in summer.

UK Status

Widespread.

VC55 Status

Unknown. 

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020

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All NatureSpot records