Hedana valida

Fact Box Species: Hedana valida (RM) or a closely related species Family: Thomisidae Body length: female: 5 mm male: 4 mm Habitat: This species may be found on or under green leaves in damp forest environments; it is not normally seen in association with any kind of insect-trapping web but prefers to ambush insects by appearing to be part of the leaf or twig on which it is resting Toxicity: Unknown but probably not at all aggressive towards humans

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Distinguishing features of this spider are its body shape, green colour, leg positions, and pattern of spots on its upper abdominal surfaces.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Hedana species.