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Woodlouse Hunter

Michigan Spiders - Woodlouse Hunter-1

Michigan Spiders - Woodlouse Hunter-2
Abdomen - Oblong smooth but dull look to it. Usually a cream or tan color.

Cephalothorax - Near the same size as the Abdomen. Has a dark brick red color with large chelicerae (fangs).

Size - The adult bodies usually run around a half an inch with the females usually slightly larger. Including legs the run near an inch in size as adults.

Bite Info - Can cause a blistering rash, but otherwise is not considered dangerous.

Other Notes - This spider has the large fangs for penetrating the armor on beetles, so whether the venom is considered dangerous or not, likely the bite will hurt, so I would not suggest handling them.

Genus - Dysdera crocata