Harvestman for ID

[slimrbp]

Hi,

I took this photo of a harvestman and I was wondering if anyone can id the species please?

Approximately 5mm for the body size, and short legs (for a harvestman).





Thanks in advance.

[Geoff F]

I suspect this may be an immature specimen, without clear markings, which makes ID difficult, and totally impossible for me!

At this time of the year, I would suggest Rilaena triangularis, with medium length legs, as the most likely. Although one of the Oligolophus or Paroligolophus species is just possible. Last week I photographed my first R. triangularis for this year.

If you don't get any better advice here try again in the Spider Forum. Harvestmen don't really fit into either camp but you are more likely to find Action Man or one of the other experts in the Spider section.

Hope this helps a little.

Geoff.

[Action_Man]

Not too sure Geoff, it looks like fresh moult and is colouring up.

I`ll see if i can find a close match tomorrow ...

[slimrbp]

Thanks for the replies, thought it might be tricky!