Philodromus cespitum (?) on a daisy

Phil Eyden · #1 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 11:21 AM

Hi, my first ever post!

I spoted this tiny spider on an Ox-eye daisy at Kingsdown in Deal, Kent last Saturday. It was only about 6-7mm or so. I think it is probably Philodromus cespitum but if anyone could confirm it would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Geoff F · #2 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 06:34 PM

Philodromus cespitum is possible but there are quite a few other Crab Spiders (Thomisidae) which look similar and they can be rather variable in colouration. Do you have any other photos from other angles which may help to narrow down the possibilities.

Even if they aren't as sharp as this image they may still be useful. A top view would be good.

Phil Eyden · #3 (**permalink**) 12-05-2009, 12:02 AM

Thanks very much for the reply Geoff.

As requested, a top down view. Hopefully this will be of some help:

Venger · #4 (**permalink**) 12-05-2009, 12:54 AM

Without a microscope its best to name it as a Philodromus spp, many of these guys look really alike that its the only way to tell them apart spp wise.