Key Identification Features
- mira vary, ranging from a distinct dark median band on the abdomen to an indistinct median band paired with two rows of lateral spots.
- This spider has a striking appearance, and can be easily recognized by a black, glossy, broad median band that is bordered by a white lateral band on both the cephalothorax and abdomen.
- Dolomedes triton (Walckenaer, 1837) can be identified by its large size and distinctive markings.
- While somewhat visually similar to Dolomedes striatus, this species is distinguished by its unique pattern of three pairs of dark sternal spots and several light spots on the abdominal dorsum.
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