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Howdy,
This spider is on a Scabiosa blossom in late summer to early fall in Eagle River, Alaska. The abdomen of the spider is about the size of a sesame seed. Thanks for any help you can give with the identification.
Best wishes,
Dennis Daigger
Hi Dennis,
This is one of the Crab Spiders also known as Flower Spiders for the obvious reason. They belong to the Family Thomisidae. Some species are able to change their coloration to match the flower they are living on.
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