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Field Notes

Notes:

Sitting at my computer, this spider casually strolled up the wall next to me. This isn't the first time that this has happened here. I wasted no time in capturing this one because I'm worried they might be wolf spiders. As I understand it, they have very painful bites; and our cats are quite the curious hunters. After snapping a few photos and short video, I released it about 30 feet from our house hoping it will not return. This crazy spider showed a bit of aggression upon release as it chased me back inside, but not before I warned it of the impending doom that awaited should it return inside my home! It's an empty threat. I almost always capture and release.

Species ID Suggestions

Carolina wolf spider

Hogna lenta

Comments (2)

A wolf spider indeed. Harmless to humans although they can nip, but usually flee rather than attack.

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PublishedOctober 15, 2012

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