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Goldenrod Crab Spider

Misumena vatia

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Field Notes

Description:

White (very round) spider with red racing stripes!!!

Habitat:

Western Oregon

Notes:

She was shy, had to photograph her on the under side of this pretty yellow plant! These spiders can change their color from white to yellow to match the flower they are on!!

Species ID Suggestions

goldenrod crab spider

Misumena vatia

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KarenSaxton
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Comments (3)
KerryV.McQuaid
Thanks so much!!! I just thought she was incredible!!
Latimeria
Here's some more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misumena_vatia
Latimeria
Karen's got this one covered. These spiders are pretty neat, there's a good amount of variation in their color. They're also great at hiding in the goldenrod.

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2011 Best Wildlife Photo

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PublishedAugust 12, 2011

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