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Slater spider

Dysdera crocata

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Field Notes

Description:

This spider was only about 7mm long. Managed to spot him while looking through the woodpile.

Habitat:

Living in the wood stack in out back yard. Plenty of slaters around for this little guy to feed on .

Reference Links:

Woodlouse spider

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
NicholasConnop
The flash had some effect on the picture, But I know that it is one. Slaters all around as well.
stho002
The carapace and legs look a bit too light in colour, but I guess it is a slater spider

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PublishedJuly 30, 2013

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