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Red crab spider

Mecaphesa dubia

Photo by Saturniidae27
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Field Notes

Description:

This spider was resting on this yellow wildflower, most likely trying to hunt for a meal. There are multiple variations in the patterning of this species of spider. The pattern can range from spectacled red and white, to solid red (like mine).

Habitat:

In my garden, Fort Worth, Texas

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PublishedJuly 11, 2020

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