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Ground Crab Spider

Xysticus sp

Photo by Dan Doucette
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Field Notes

Description:

This spider appeared to have another insect's head in it's mouth. Or it was at least holding it by the neck.

Habitat:

temperate forest

Notes:

I spotted this spider on a leaf while hiking in Short hills provincial park.

Species ID Suggestions

Ground Crab Spider

Xysticus sp.

Reference Link
Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (1)
Jacob Gorneau
The genus has very similar, almost identical species. You might want to submit to www.bugguide.net.

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International Spider Survey
Mission
Wildlife of the Niagara Region

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PublishedJune 19, 2011

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