Wolf spider

Fact Box Species: Artoriopsis expolita (VF) or a closely related species Family: Lycosidae Body length: female: 8 mm male: 6 mm Habitat: In a shallow burrow, the entrance to which is usually open, but usually seen wandering Toxicity: Uncertain; may be too small to cause significant human illness but treat with caution

A related species?

This species has surface markings quite similar to those of other members of the same family, although it is smaller than Lycosa species. It is very common in lawns and the males often wander into houses in spring and summer.

Trochosa specimens are notable vagrants and can often be found outside the burrow foraging for insects.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Trochosa species and Venatrix furcillata.