5,170 observations
Spotted Wolf Spider
Pardosa amentata
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Arthropoda βΊClass: Arachnida βΊOrder: Araneae βΊFamily: Lycosidae βΊGenus: Pardosa
About
Pardosa amentata, otherwise known as the wolf spider or spotted wolf spider is a species of spider in the genus Pardosa belonging to the family of wolf spiders, Lycosidae. The species has a widespread distribution in central Europe and northwestern Europe and are commonly found on the British Isles. The species hunts its prey on the ground rather than weaving a web.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Spotted Wolf Spider is Pardosa amentata.
- Spotted Wolf Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Spotted Wolf Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Spotted Wolf Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
- Spotted Wolf Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
- Spotted Wolf Spider belongs to the family Lycosidae.
- Spotted Wolf Spider belongs to the genus Pardosa.