Philodromus cespitum [L.]

Philodromus cespitum
Running crab spiders (Philodromidae)

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Beige-brown spider, the body is relatively flat with wide legs, the 2nd pair of legs is slightly longer than the rest. A lighter track runs over the front of the body, the rear-top is light with a darker pattern. The colouration can vary greatly per specimen. 

Usually found on trees and shrubs looking for prey. 

⇔ l. ♂ 3-5 mm, ♀ 5-7 mm 

These spiders do not make a web but hunt for their prey, thanks to their wide legs they can run quickly in all directions. 

LA: 
In the genus PHILODROMUS, the different species are difficult to distinguish. 
≈ The TEGENARIA DOMESTICA (Domestic house spider) is rounder and higher on its legs. Moreover, especially found indoors.

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