The Six-spotted Fishing Spider is an aquatic semi-aquatic spider that walks on the water surface using surface tension and can dive to pursue aquatic prey. It is identified by the row of white spots along the sides of its abdomen — the 'six spots' — and olive-green dorsal coloration. It detects prey by sensing vibrations on the water surface with its legs.
Habitat
Ponds, slow streams, and wetland margins
Diet
Adults: aquatic insects, small fish, and tadpoles caught on or under water
How common
Common
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