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Fact Box
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| Species: |
Neosparassus diana (JS)
(Note: The appearance of the patterned 'badge' on the underside of the abdomen is important
for the identification of this species, several other Neosparassus species, including Neosparassus pictus, having a
somewhat similar patch)
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| Body length: |
female: 18 mm
male: 16 mm
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| Habitat: |
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On or under leaves and the loose bark of large trees
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| Toxicity: |
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Bites may lead to mild illness but this species is not known to be very aggressive towards humans
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