Common Harvestman
Leiobunum rotundum
The common harvestman is found on shrubs, walls, and tree trunks in gardens, hedgerows, and woodland margins. It hunts small invertebrates and also scavenges dead insects, fruit, and other organic material. Its exceptionally long legs let it move rapidly over uneven surfaces, while defensive chemicals and leg shedding can discourage predators.
- Type
- Swift
- Conservation status
- NE