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Mouse spider

Scotophaeus blackwalli

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (5 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Kleine Mausspinne

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mouse spider?
The scientific name of Mouse spider is Scotophaeus blackwalli. It belongs to the genus Scotophaeus.
What is the conservation status of Mouse spider?
Mouse spider (Scotophaeus blackwalli) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mouse spider live?
Mouse spider is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (5 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, United States.
What family does Mouse spider belong to?
Mouse spider (Scotophaeus blackwalli) belongs to the genus Scotophaeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Gnaphosidae.
Is Mouse spider endangered?
No, Mouse spider (Scotophaeus blackwalli) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Mouse spider belong to?
Mouse spider (Scotophaeus blackwalli) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Scotophaeus — 1 Species

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Mouse spider
Scotophaeus blackwalli
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