These are called wasp spiders, and this one's body is about the size of the end knuckle of my middle finger. Climate change means they are colonising northwards, and now live across the South of England too. I'm told they bite but they're not poisonous to humans, so they're not dangerous. Yeah right. I don't think I plan to test that any time soon.
When I saw the title I thought that any spider that eats wasps would be welcomed with open arms. I was stung four days ago and my hand still hurts. However, from the picture I can see how they get their name. Unless, of course, there's any truth in the saying 'you are what you eat'.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pic! Looks pretty darned poisonous to me - I'd stay away from it if I were you!
ReplyDeleteIf it bites, it's dangerous... and it looks poisonous!
ReplyDeleteWow!!! What a marvelous creature, mind you I wouldn't want to come across it and get bitten, it sounds like it is rather large and could give a nasty nip if you annoy it.
ReplyDeleteI think I'm a bit weird as I don't have a fear of spiders, but then growing up with all boys might have something to do with it. Couldn't have shown fear those brothers of mine would have made my life hell and chased me with spiders,lol.
much love,
Lia xx