Daddy Longleg

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Arachnida (Arachnids)

Order

Opiliones (Opiliones)

Family

Phalangiidae

Genus

Phalangium

Species

Phalangium opilio (Daddy Longleg)

Names in Other Languages

German Hornkanker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Daddy Longleg?

The scientific name of Daddy Longleg is Phalangium opilio. It belongs to the genus Phalangium.

What is the conservation status of Daddy Longleg?

Daddy Longleg (Phalangium opilio) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Daddy Longleg live?

Daddy Longleg is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Daddy Longleg belong to?

Daddy Longleg (Phalangium opilio) belongs to the genus Phalangium, which is part of the taxonomic family Phalangiidae.

Is Daddy Longleg endangered?

No, Daddy Longleg (Phalangium opilio) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Daddy Longleg belong to?

Daddy Longleg (Phalangium opilio) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).