Raft Spider

Dolomedes fimbriatus

Locally common & widespread around the heathland pools of Dorset & Scotland.

Adults inhabit freshwater wetlands, specifically wet heaths and acid swamps; although Juveniles are predominantly found in terrestrial vegetation surrounding wetland areas.

Adults are dark brown with a conspicuous white, cream or yellow stripe along both sides of their abdomen and thorax.

Juveniles are similar in appearance but often have green translucent legs.