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Crab Spider

Misumena vatia

Crab Spider (Misumena vatia)Not assessed

Photo: Didier Descouens · CC BY-SA 4.0

Arachnidcarnivore

The crab spider is a small arachnid that lives in Europe and North America, often hiding in flowers like goldenrod. It gets its name from its sideways walk, much like a crab. This spider can change color to match its surroundings, switching between yellow, white, or even pink.

  • Females grow up to 10 mm, while males reach only 5 mm.
  • They have eight eyes to help spot prey and adjust their color.
  • Eating colorful prey can temporarily tint the spider's body.
GrasslandForestEuropeNorth America
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At a glance

Classification
Arachnid
Scientific name
Misumena vatia
Habitat
Grassland, Forest
Regions in this directory
Europe, North America
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
small

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