Ohio Wolf Spiders | Insects | Araneae
Overview Of Ohio Wolf Spiders
Wolf spiders are fast moving ground dwelling predators found throughout Ohio in forests grasslands and residential areas They do not build webs but actively hunt prey using their excellent vision and speed Females carry their egg sacs attached to their abdomen.
Verified Species Examples
Carolina Wolf Spider Hogna Carolinensis | Rabid Wolf Spider Rabidosa Rabida | Field Wolf Spider Pardosa Milvina
Finding And Observing Wolf Spiders
Wolf spiders can be found under logs stones and leaf litter or hunting on the ground at night Their eyes reflect light making them easy to spot with a flashlight.
Authoritative Reference Sources
Ohio State University Extension Entomology | Bugguide Iowa State University | Integrated Taxonomic Information System Itis | Peterson Field Guide To Spiders
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