Oligolophus tridens

Oligolophus tridens is a species of harvestman. It is found in central and western Europe. They typically mature in summer. They are predators, and can reduce aphid populations by up to 97%. They are known to disperse Melampyrum seeds.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Oligolophus tridens being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

• Lacinius ephippiatus
• Paroligolophus agrestis
• Oligolophus hansenii
• Lophopilio palpinalis
• Odiellus pictus
• Lacinius dentiger

Classification

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Arthropoda

Class

Arachnida

Order

Opiliones

Family

Phalangiidae

Genus

Oligolophus

Species

Oligolophus tridens

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