Crab spiders (often called flower spiders) are known
for their oversized front legs and resemblance to the familiar
crustacean seafood item. The term flower spider comes from their
habit of lying in wait on flowers, much like the assassin bug or
numerous other opportunistic predators. This guy is small, only
about 10mm across the outstretched front legs. He was hiding amidst
the sprays of tiny flowers that make up a Queen Anne's lace bloom.
The exquisite camouflage makes everything but the two dark front
legs nearly invisible.
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