Mecaphesa verityi
(Schick, 1965)
Mecaphesa verityi is a crab in the Thomisidae, first described by Schick in 1965. The Mecaphesa comprises small to -sized spiders that ambush on flowers. Like other members of this genus, M. verityi likely exhibits cryptic coloration to blend with blossoms where it waits for . The is known from the United States, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Mecaphesa verityi: //ˌmɛkəˈfiːsə ˈvɛrɪtaɪ//
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Distribution
United States. GBIF records indicate occurrence in the USA, though specific states are not detailed in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Mecaphesa asperataBoth are North Mecaphesa crab with similar flower-ambush habits. M. asperata (northern crab spider) has been documented on Spiranthes magnicamporum orchids and Rhus aromatica flowers, and is likely more widespread and better-studied than M. verityi.
- Mecaphesa schlingeriAnother Mecaphesa found in similar ; documented on tarweed (Madia elegans) in California, where it navigates sticky surfaces to on and exploit carrion.