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Longbodied cellar spider

Pholcus phalangioides

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (32 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Arachnida (Arachnids)

Species

Pholcus phalangioides (Longbodied cellar spider)

Names in Other Languages

German Zitterspinne

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Longbodied cellar spider?

The scientific name of Longbodied cellar spider is Pholcus phalangioides. It belongs to the genus Pholcus.

What is the conservation status of Longbodied cellar spider?

Longbodied cellar spider (Pholcus phalangioides) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Longbodied cellar spider live?

Longbodied cellar spider is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (32 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland.

What family does Longbodied cellar spider belong to?

Longbodied cellar spider (Pholcus phalangioides) belongs to the genus Pholcus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pholcidae.

Is Longbodied cellar spider endangered?

No, Longbodied cellar spider (Pholcus phalangioides) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Longbodied cellar spider belong to?

Longbodied cellar spider (Pholcus phalangioides) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Longbodied cellar spider?

The closest relatives of Longbodied cellar spider in the genus Pholcus include Daddylongleg spider.