Hahnia helveola

Hahnia helveola

Description

Length 2.2-3mm. Prosoma yellow-brown, with distinct spot in foveal region. Opisthosoma pale yellow with dark chevrons.

Similar Species

Other Cobweb Spiders (Hahniidae)

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

This species can only be confirmed by examination of the genitalia of mature specimens. 

Habitat

In forests, bogs and heathlands

When to see it

All year.

UK Status

Widespread in south east England, scattered elsewhere. 

VC55 Status

Uncommon and local in Leicestershire and Rutland.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

MAP KEY:

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

UK Map

Additional images

No additional images available for this species.

All NatureSpot records