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Hogna carolinensis
The carapace is dark brown with gray hairs (lighter in males) and usually without distinct markings. The abdomen is brown with a somewhat darker median stripe. (information from BugGuide)
Country roadside
I first thought this was a tarantula that was crossing the road. I'm glad I got out to inspect because I had never photographed this species before.
Spotted on Oct 9, 2013
Submitted on Nov 14, 2013
2 Comments
Thanks, Lisa. This was one of my favorite spottings of the year. I almost passed on it, thinking it was another common tarantula!
Such a beauty!