Garden Spider - White Crab Spider

As I reflect back on summers past it's the little wonders that come to mind. I’ve always enjoyed watching these little spiders as they are so unique, even pretty, as they help keep my garden pest free but I wasn't sure what kind they were. Low and behold they are Crab spiders, which belong to the family Thomisidae. They get their name because they move sideways, like crabs. The body is not as hairy as in most spiders. The color of the spider is adapted to the hunting terrain they use and is mostly extravagant. They live in flowers and plants and are sometimes called Flower Spiders because they are often found inside a flower waiting for an unsuspecting insect to come along.