Lichen spider

Fact Box Species: Pandercetes gracilis (as identified by Ramon Mascord) Family: Sparassidae formerly Heteropodidae Body length: female: 13 mm male: 8 mm Habitat: This rainforest spider lives on tree trunks that are overgrown with lichens. Relying on camouflage, it matches its colour to that of the lichens it is hiding in. It typically moves quickly then freezes to blend into its background. Toxicity: Uncertain; may cause mild illness or local pain and inflammation

A closer view

This unusual huntsman is most commonly found in the rainforest areas of Northern Australia.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: None.