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Dolomedes tenebrosus
These are large spiders with a leg span up to 90mm (3.5 in). Brown with mottling. Tan bands on legs. Brown chevrons bordered with black on upper side of abdomen.
I've found these spiders in both deciduous and conifer forests, usually near water.
Spotted on Jun 15, 2008
Submitted on Feb 23, 2012
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lovely!