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Dock Spiders from Mars .. I mean Muskoka
Ξ April 28th, 2008 | → 5 Comments | ∇ In and Around Muskoka Ontario, On the Water, Uncategorized |
Its a sure sign that the warmer weather has arrived when you see dock spiders relaxing on your dock. Apparently these are the largest spiders in Ontario. They are usually seen around docks and rocks near the waters edge. They are carnivorous and can actually dive under the water to snatch their prey.
on April 28th, 2008 at 12:15 pm
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on July 17th, 2008 at 7:00 am
Well now Ed I have a link to a pic of a dock spider in our horse barn up here in Powassan. The spider and its mate somehow managed to carry (yes carry) a mouse to the rafter and ‘web it ‘ vertically off the rafter for feasting. I can send you a link to pics of them if interested.
cheers, Russ
on September 4th, 2008 at 10:14 pm
Hey Ed and Cindy,
Fantastic photos! You must change professions. The photos are stunning and should be made into postcards. You are truly weekend warriors. Thanks for sharing. Next time, you must include the “bird lady” and her “northern friends”
Looking forward to more great pics of your adventures.
on May 26th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
ZOMG, I was putting my shoes on today and one of those guys were just chilling out… I spent about 10 minutes screaming trying to get it out of my house…. NOT FUN! SO i chose to wear sandals todays
on June 23rd, 2009 at 11:27 pm
Jesus H Christ!!That thing is freaking HUGE!!My God….I absolutley HATE spiders with a Passion so…