Flat Huntsman
Isopeda villosa
The adult Flat Huntsman is a flattened, bark-dwelling huntsman spider found in sheltered places such as under bark, on tree trunks, and around rocky or woody cover. It is a nocturnal ambush predator that eats insects and other arthropods, relying on rapid sideways running and sudden lunges rather than a web snare. Its broad, low body lets it squeeze into very thin retreats during the day. Like other huntsman spiders it subdues prey with fangs and venom, but it is chiefly notable for its camouflage and speed.
- Type
- Stealth / Venom
- Conservation status
- NE