Wolf Spider
Various species in the family Lycosidae
Wolf spiders do not build webs to catch prey; instead, they rely on speed and camouflage, stalking insects on the ground. Females carry their egg sacs attached to their spinnerets and later transport spiderlings on their backs. On Lihou, a sharp eye may detect them scurrying across warm rocks or hidden among low vegetation in the island’s sunny patches.
- Habitat: Ground-dwelling hunters in grasslands, dunes, and open patches of ground.
- When to See: Spring through autumn, though some overwinter as adults.
- Length: Typically 4–10 mm