Hi there. Those "crab claws" are actually pedipalps, and they are what make this spider a male. He uses those structures primarily for sperm transfer, but they can also be used in courtship displays. Sorry but I can't offer any ID assistance on this one.
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Hi there. Those "crab claws" are actually pedipalps, and they are what make this spider a male. He uses those structures primarily for sperm transfer, but they can also be used in courtship displays. Sorry but I can't offer any ID assistance on this one.