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White Crab Spider

Thomisus spectabilis

Photo by agravate
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Description:

The White Crab Spider has almost translucent head and legs. Body is white with a few small black spots at the outer corners. The spider will retreat if approached. The stout legs and shape of body give it a crab appearance. The third image shows it with a katydid as its prey.

Habitat:

Hunts among foliage and flowers, capturing its prey with powerful front legs.

Reference Links:

Thomisus, White Crab Spider (Thomisus spectabilis)

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PublishedMay 11, 2013

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