Image: Wolf spider burrow with lid open
Description
Wolf spider burrow with the lid open
- Photographer:
- Mike Gray
- Rights:
- © Australian Musuem
- Common name:
- Wolf Spider
- Family:
- Lycosidae
- Order:
- Araneae
Additional information
Burrows of some wolf spiders have a circular trap door that is often left open when the spider is out hunting.The shape and materials used to form burrows and trapdoors may help to distinguish between different species.
Would you like to add a comment?
Sign up to add comments and find out more about the other benefits you can enjoy.
Would you like to add a tag?
Sign up to add tags and find out more about the other benefits you can enjoy.
Wolf spider burrow with lid closed View full size
Mike Gray
© Australian Musuem
Support us
Your support will have a real impact.
Online Shop
Great gifts.
Australian Museum Members
Join today.
Australian Museum Business Services
Professional consulting.
Museum as a Venue
Unique spaces.
Media Resources
Contact Publicity.