Wolf spider (Schizocosa ocreata)

A wolf spider ( Schizocosa ocreata). Researchers discovered that wolf spiders can't communicate with potential mates as easily on wet leaves, relying more on visual signals rather than chemical or vibratory cues after it rains.

[Research supported by U.S. National Science Foundation ...This is an NSF Multimedia Gallery item.

Source: NSF Multimedia Gallery - February 3, 2024 Category: Science Source Type: video