Flower Crab Spider

Natural Habitat

Gardens, meadows, and fields, typically found on flowers and green foliage

Diet & Feeding

Carnivorous; hunts pollinators like bees, flies, and butterflies

Behavior Patterns

Ambush predator that doesn't spin webs; can change color from white to yellow to camouflage with flowers over several days

Risks & Benefits

Beneficial ecosystem role in controlling insect populations; generally harmless to humans, although large females can deliver a minor, non-toxic bite if handled

Identified on: 6/22/2026