Walckenaeria acuminata (LINYPHIIDAE)
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The male of this species, like Walckenaeria antica has a highly modificed carapace. In this case the outline includes a feature resembling a neck or "stalk" that houses the four pairs of eyes. The species is common, and favours a habitat such as woodland litter. The female of the species (not yet shown on this page) also has a highly characteristic form of carapace. |
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| Carapace of a male Walckenaeria acuminata | The "neck" of a male Walckenaeria acuminata. The bulge half way up houses two pairs of eyes. | Left Pedipalp (male sexual organ) of Walckenaeria acuminata | ||
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| Top part of "neck" of a male Walckenaeria acuminata. The remaining two pairs of eyes are located here. | Tarsal claw of a male Walckenaeria acuminata |