Philodromus
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Philodromus lutulentus
Philodromus lutulentus is a running crab spider in the family Philodromidae, described by Gertsch in 1934. As a member of the genus Philodromus, it shares the characteristic laterigrade leg orientation that distinguishes this group from other crab spiders. The species epithet 'lutulentus' refers to something muddy or turbid, possibly alluding to coloration or habitat associations. Like other philodromids, it is an active hunter that does not build webs to capture prey.
Philodromus marginellus
Philodromus marginellus is a running crab spider in the family Philodromidae, first described by Banks in 1901. As a member of the genus Philodromus, it shares the family's characteristic laterigrade leg orientation, with legs extending sideways from the body rather than vertically. The species occurs in North America, with records from the United States and Mexico. Like other philodromids, it is an active hunter that does not build webs to capture prey.
Philodromus possiblepratariae
Running crab spider
Philodromus possiblepratariae is a running crab spider in the family Philodromidae. Like other members of this genus, it is an active hunter that does not build webs to capture prey. The species is part of a diverse genus of spiders commonly found on vegetation and structures, where they rely on speed and camouflage to ambush prey. The specific epithet suggests possible taxonomic uncertainty or similarity to P. pratariae.
Philodromus quercicola
Philodromus quercicola is a species of running crab spider in the family Philodromidae, described by Schick in 1965. It belongs to a genus of active hunters that do not build webs to capture prey. The species is found in the United States, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain poorly documented.