Small bird dropping spider - Arkys curtulus

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Ruth Spigelman

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Hi Ernst, I believe this intriguing spider belongs in genus Arkys, perhaps curtulus species. Posted 4 years ago
1. Ernst
  
  Lion
  
  Yes Ruth I think the same . I have spend about 2.5 hours searching but got nowhere. I will have a look at your species suggestion . Thanks . Posted 4 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
    Lion
    
    Arkys curtulus?
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/aldridgehenry/49744402063/ Posted 4 years ago
  2. 1. Ernst
      
      Lion
      
      Thank you Ferdy. Yes that is correct. As it is Ruth who suggested the name I thinks that she should place the identification. Posted 4 years ago
3. Ernst
  
  Lion
  
  Ruth. It is your identification. Thank you for your imput Posted 4 years ago
4. 1. Ruth Spigelman
    
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    Thanks for the heads up, have done so. Posted 4 years ago
  2. 1. Ernst
      
      Lion
      
      You deserve it.Thank you. Posted 4 years ago

The Small bird dropping spider

''Arkys curtulus'', the small bird dropping spider, is a small spider found in eastern Australia. It is usually seen resting on leaves waiting for prey to come near, commonly feasting on soldier flies. Colours and patterns vary considerably, ranging from cream, orange, mottled, brown or black.

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Similar species: Spiders

Species identified by Ruth Spigelman