Running Crab Spider
Scientific Name: 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.
Identified on: 5/30/2026