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Dark Fishing Spider
Dolomedes tenebrosus
44.9448, -70.6377
Field Notes
Description:
Large brown spider, with dark markings, easily over 5 inches in diameter. Seems to have a distinctive series of brown chevrons on the abdomen.
Habitat:
In and around Rangeley Lake, Maine - found 5 of these of varying sizes (the larger were the females of the species).
Notes:
We thought we had found a nice spot to watch the sunset alone on top of an old boathouse, we soon found these giant spiders after I inadvertently touched one on the railing. I was surprised to say the least.
Reference Links:
Dolomedes tenebrosus
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 28, 2011
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