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National Distribution

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Recorded altitude range
1m to 500m

Species text

Distribution
The species is widespread but locally distributed in Britain, becoming more scattered further north. It is widespread in western and central Europe, but has not been recorded from Ireland.

Habitat and ecology
This distinctively marked spider spins its orb webs low down, less than 20 cm above ground level (Jones 1983), usually on heather in heathlands, but it has also been recorded in chalk grassland. Both sexes are mature in late spring and early summer.

Status
An uncommon species.

Threats
Loss of heathland and calacareous grassland to agriculture and urban development are likely to the most important threats to this species.

Management and conservation
Ensure remaining heathland areas are conserved and managed to maintain all stages in the successional cycle of heather growth.

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 Hypsosinga albovittata

Recorded substrate and hydrology for locations with Hypsosinga albovittata

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