Bulbus with elongated tip. Epigyne without sclerotised parts. Prosoma pale-reddish to light brick red. Tibia I ventrally with 4 pairs of long spines. Opisthosoma pale-reddish to light brick red.
Body length male: 1.6-1.8 mmUnder stones and in litter layer, under bark, in old bird nests, formicaries and in webs of other spiders, also in buildings
Since a few decades, this species shows some spreading tendencies within Europe. Nevertheless, it shall not be listed as alien or invasive because it is native for Europe.
Frequency: probably widely distributed
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