Dicranopalpus ramosus agg
Harvestman
Dicranopalpus ramosus agg, Harvestman. Harvestmen are a distinct group of arachnids, and not closely related to spiders. Dicranopalpus ramosus agg appears to have spread northwards from southern Europe. Probably omnivorous, feeding on small insects, fungi and plant material. Two similar species have been recognised, hence the 'aggregate' description.
Photograph detail
Slide 1: Dicranopalpus ramosus agg, Harvestman. On Nettle leaf, Uritca dioica. Disused railway. Hargill, Redmire. July.
Slide 2: Dicranopalpus ramosus agg, Harvestman. On Nettle leaf, Uritca dioica. Disused railway. Hargill, Redmire. July.
Slide 3: Dicranopalpus ramosus agg, Harvestman. On Nettle leaf, Uritca dioica. Disused railway. Hargill, Redmire. July.