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National Distribution

About this species

Recorded altitude range
0m to 700m

Species text

Distribution
The species is widespread in a band from Wales to Yorkshire and in south-central and south-eastern England, with older records up to 1983 from the south-west of Scotland. It is widespread in north-western and central Europe.

Habitat and ecology
The sheet webs of this spider may be found in low vegetation, in leaf litter and under stones, usually in sites with high humidity. It has occasionally been found on heathland. Adults have been recorded in the autumn through the winter and spring to early summer.

Status
Generally a very uncommon species.

Threats
No specific threats are currently identified.

Management and conservation
Management at sites known to support this species should retain the variety of vegetative and structural habitats present.

Text based on Dawson, I.K., Harvey, P.R., Merrett, P. & Russell-Smith, A.R. (in prep.).  References

Adult Season

Habitats

background methodology

Recorded management for locations with Hahnia pusilla

Recorded substrate and hydrology for locations with Hahnia pusilla

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