Pardosa nigriceps explained

Pardosa nigriceps is a species of wolf spider in the family Lycosidae.^[1] This European spider is common on heaths and open spaces where there is low vegetation and bushes.^[2] The males have characteristically black palps due to a thick covering of hair.^[2] Males are 4-5mm in size the females are bigger at 5-7mm with a larger abdomen.^[2]

See also

• A list of other Pardosa species

External links

• British Arachnological Society: http://www.britishspiders.org.uk/nbn.php?spn=414

Notes and References

1. Web site: The World Spider Catalog, Version 10.0, Norman I. Platnick, 2009.
2. Book: The spiders of Great Britain and Ireland. 1. Michael J Roberts. 1985. 0-946589-12-7. Harley books.