Long Bodied Cellar Spider (7 images)

[Paul]

Latin name Pholcus phalangioides, this arachnid is sometimes called the 'Long-legged Cellar Spider' - it is relatively easy to identify due to the very long legs and cylindrical body.

I found it in the garden shed - and those long legs sure make it awkward for framing!

[Ryewolf]

Great shots Paul. Harvestmen are also difficult to frame because of their long legs.....

[Paul]

4 minutes ago, Ryewolf said:

Great shots Paul. Harvestmen are also difficult to frame because of their long legs.....

Agreed - and it's surprising how many people mix up harvestmen and these spiders!

Paul.

[Ryewolf]

Yes, whilst Harvestmen are arachnids they're not that closely related to spiders.

[FUJI]

An incredible set Paul.... parts of our `Victorian house, and my workshop are invaded by dozens of these....or Harvestmen..// I must trawl through my old macro shots, to see if mine have the Mandibles...and eight legs....

FUJI

[Fogey]

A cracking set, Paul - such detail.

[Paul]

Thanks you gents.

@FUJI The harvestman has only a body - spiders have a body and a head...

Paul.

[Denis]

Brilliant photos Paul

[Paul]

Thank you Denis.

Paul.

[Kobione]

Fantastic set Paul, especially the last two!

[Paul]

Thanks Dee

Paul.