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Tan crab spider (with egg sac)
Xysticus transversatus
35.9021, -86.8826
Field Notes
Description:
I uncovered this spider & her egg sac while weeding. She was an amazingly protective momma & kept hold of her eggs while I was holding the leaf she was on high above the ground to get enough light for the photos. Once I had my shots I replaced her safely in a shrub.
Habitat:
Semi rural
Reference Links:
Xysticus ferox - BugGuide.Net
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 1, 2013
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