New animal species in Rheinhessisch: A look at the local weaving servants
New animal species in Rheinhessisch: A look at the local weaving servants
Invitation to participate in nature conservation: Natural History Museum calls for help to
The effects of climate change and the rain trade are also noticeable in the wildlife. New animal species in our region are increasingly being discovered, including the weavers' servants (Opiliones). These bizarre arachnids with their spherical bodies and long legs are known to many of the house walls. Unlike spiders, they do not weave nets and often remain unnoticed due to their filigree body building. The Natural History Museum (NHM) now calls for sending photos of new types of weaver servants to learn more about their spread and lifestyle.
There are around 4,000 different types of weaver servants worldwide, of which around 110 are located in Central Europe. In Germany, the long -legged "cobblers" or "Schneider" are particularly common. But in recent years a new way has settled in Germany that is noticeable due to its size and velvet black color. The "black -brown clumsy necht" (Egaenus Convexus) was discovered for the first time in Saxony and can now also be found in Ingelheim in Rheinhessen. These animals can be found particularly in warm areas of Germany and were presumably introduced by earth or ornamental plants.In addition to the "black -brown clumsy tab", other types of weaver servants are on the rise. A previously unbenated back anchor (Leiobunum Sp. A) came across the sea route to Central Europe and spread from the Netherlands in a short time. These animals show interesting social behavior and live in dense sleeping communities. Although their shaky behavior may have a deterrent in the event of danger, they are completely harmless to humans.
The Natural History Museum now asks the population to be vigilant when watching new types of weavers and take photos of them. These photos can be sent to the email address Dr.Axel.schoenhofer@stadt.mainz.de in order to learn more about these types and to document their distribution. Every contribution helps to expand the understanding of the wildlife and to contribute to the protection of these fascinating creatures.
- Nag
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