
Community identification
Running Crab Spider
Philodromus sp.
- Order & Family
- Araneae/Philodromidae
- Size
- 3mm to 10mm (body length)
Natural Habitat
Found on vegetation, tree bark, and structures; often enters homes or vehicles.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivorous; feeds on small insects like flies, gnats, and aphids.
Behavior Patterns
Active hunters that move very quickly and erratically; they do not build webs to catch prey but use their speed.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans with a non-medically significant bite; beneficial to the environment as a natural pest control for small insects.