263 observations
Black-Palped Wolf Spider
Pardosa nigriceps
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Arthropoda βΊClass: Arachnida βΊOrder: Araneae βΊFamily: Lycosidae βΊGenus: Pardosa
About
Pardosa nigriceps is a species of wolf spider in the family Lycosidae. This European spider is common on heaths and open spaces where there is low vegetation and bushes. The males have characteristically black palps due to a thick covering of hair. Males are 4-5mm in size the females are bigger at 5-7mm with a larger abdomen.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Black-Palped Wolf Spider is Pardosa nigriceps.
- Black-Palped Wolf Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Black-Palped Wolf Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Black-Palped Wolf Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
- Black-Palped Wolf Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
- Black-Palped Wolf Spider belongs to the family Lycosidae.
- Black-Palped Wolf Spider belongs to the genus Pardosa.