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Poecilothomisus speciosus (Thorell, 1881) Beautiful Crab Spider

A common but rarely seen species in parts of North Queensland, usually found in trees lining creek banks. It is a very pretty species, sometimes carried to other parts of Australia as a passenger with freighted products. Mascord noted its prey included a wide range of insects, including moths and leafhoppers. The male is unknown. (Mascord 1980) This is the only species in its genus. ♀ 12mm ♂ ?mm

Female


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

Female, displaying pattern


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

Female, showing pattern on abdomen


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

Female


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

Female, facing


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

Female, from side


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

Between leaves pulled together with leafhopper prey (inset)


Poecilothomisus speciosus
Photo: Steve and Alison Pearson, Airlie Beach

 
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