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Wolf Spider

Hogna frondicola

Photo by Tom15
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Field Notes

Notes:

There are many species of wold spiders, but the 2 spots on the abdomen help identify this one.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
Tom15
These spiders are large and look dangerous, but they won't bite unless they're grabbed or come into contact with a person and can't easily escape. Their venom is mild, on the order of a bee sting. They are usually found in leaf litter, under boards or running across a trail.
shimmerose
Hi this is a great close up !! Do these spiders bite? Do they live in tunnels?

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New England Arthropods
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PublishedMay 12, 2013

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