Phrynarachne species

Fact Box Species: Phrynarachne species (RM) (possibly P. tuberculata) Family: Thomisidae Body length: female: 10 mm male: 3 mm Habitat: This species is usually found in a silken retreat formed from a curved leaf; like many other thomisids it bends a long, slender green leaf into a loop (in this case 180 degrees) and binds it with strong silk, the retreat resembling half of a drum as used by musicians; this retreat also serves as a place to brood its young Toxicity: Probably harmless to humans

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Distinguishing characteristics of this species are the very rough body surfaces and paired dorsal projections.

This species is most common in the rainforest areas of North Queensland.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Stephanopis corticalis and some other thomisids as well as Celaenia excavata and similar araneids.