Philodromus minutus

Banks, 1892

Philodromus minutus is a of running crab spider in the Philodromidae. It is native to North America and has been documented in the United States and Canada. Like other members of its , it is an active hunter that does not build webs to capture prey. The species has been recorded in citizen science databases with multiple observations, indicating it is encountered with some regularity.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Philodromus minutus: //ˌfɪloʊˈdroʊməs maɪˈnjuːtəs//

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Distribution

United States and Canada. GBIF distribution records indicate multiple localities across the USA and Canada, with observations spanning both countries.

Human Relevance

Has been observed in human dwellings, including bathrooms and showers, where individuals may become trapped in tubs or sinks due to the smooth surfaces. These encounters are incidental and the poses no threat to humans.

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