Pistius truncatus
Pistius truncatus is a species of crab spiders belonging to the family Thomisidae.[1][2]
P. truncatus
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Description
Pistius truncatus can reach a length of about 4–5 millimetres (0.16–0.20 in) in males, while females can reach 8–9 millimetres (0.31–0.35 in).
Adults can be found from May to June.[3]
Distribution and habitat
This species has a palaearctic distribution. It is widespread in central and western Europe.[4] It occurs in bushes, mainly in small scrubby oaks and in forest edges.[3]
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References
- Biolib
- Norman I. Platnick The World Spider Catalog
- British Spiders
- Fauna europaea
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