Lepthyphantes minutus is a species of spider belonging to the family Linyphiidae.[1][2] Despite its name it is one of the larger species of Lepthyphantes.[1] It is found throughout Northern Europe.[1][2]
The body length excluding legs is about 3 to 4 millimetres (0.12 to 0.16 in).[1][2] The carapace is dark brown.[2] The abdomen typically has black pattern with gold spots, and the legs are annulated, distinguishing it from similar species.[2] The palpal patella of the male has a large spine, which is thicker than those on its legs.[3]
Lepthyphantes minutus is usually found on tree trunks, under logs, or around houses.[2]
References
^ abcdRoberts, Michael J. (1996) Collins Field Guide - Spiders of Britain and Northern Europe, Collins, ISBN978-0-00-219981-0, p. 358
^ abcdefJones, Dick (1989) A Guide to Spiders of Britain and Northern Europe (revised edition), Hamlyn, ISBN0-600-56710-9, p. 286
^Savory, Theodore (1945) The Spiders & Allied Orders of the British Isles, Warne, p. 112
