Walckenaeria atrotibialis

Walckenaeria atrotibialis

Description

Length 2-3mm. Prosoma light to red-brown with dark radial stripes. Male prosome elevated step-like anteriorly, with distinct depression in the middle of dorsal line.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Identification requires microscopic examination of genitals. 

Habitat

A ground-dwelling spider found in a variety of habitats. 

When to see it

Summer

UK Status

Widespread in central and south-eastern Britain becoming scattered in the north. 

VC55 Status

Uncommon. 

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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

UK Map

Additional images

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All NatureSpot records