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Runcinia acuminata
An elongated spider with delicate striped pattern and long forelegs poised for attack.
Several found on the blossoms of wild carrot (Daucus carota) or Queen Annes Lace, a common roadside weed plant. It is a good hunting ground on sunny days when the flowers attract many insects.
Brisbane Insects suggests two ID options also including Runcinia elongata http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_...
Spotted on Dec 27, 2013
Submitted on Dec 29, 2013
2 Comments
Lots of Queen Anne's lace around now.
They are a good hunting ground, as these spiders will testify.
Nice abdominal colours on this one. I haven't noticed Queen Anne's Lace around yet - must go walkabout.