The great raft spider or fen raft spider (Dolomedes plantarius) is a European species of spider in the family Dolomedidae. Like other Dolomedes spiders, it is semiaquatic, hunting its prey on …

Fen raft spiders are one of the UK's largest and rarest spiders. Learn about the fascinating lives of these gentle arachnids, including how Suffolk Wildlife Trust has helped save them from the …

Aug 22, 2024 · They can walk on water, grow as large as rats and lurk around lakes... but one of the UK's rarest spiders was on its last legs until recently. According to the RSPB, the fen raft …

Nov 4, 2024 · Conservationists say humans are highly unlikely to encounter a fen raft spider, as they only inhabit a handful of protected wetlands in the UK.

Aug 23, 2024 · Fen Raft Spiders, one of the UK’s rarest spider species, are anticipated to have their best year on record at RSPB nature reserves, thanks to conservation efforts. Back in …

Sep 28, 2024 · The fen raft spider, Britain’s largest spider, is a true marvel of the natural world. Many of the larger media outlets in the UK demonized this spider, deliberately trying to create …

The Fen Raft Spider (Dolomedes plantarius) is a large, native, semi aquatic spider with a rich brown or black body and has white or cream stripes along the side of the abdomen (rear part …

Sep 1, 2020 · Fen raft spiders, Dolomedes plantarius, are one of the UK’s largest and rarest spiders, possessing a truly fascinating lifestyle. As their name suggests, these spiders can …

Sep 12, 2024 · We have continued to boost Fen raft numbers have increased by translocating some spiders to new areas, and now - as the data behind the RSPB’s announcement shows - …

Brought back from the brink of extinction through a project of captive breeding and translocation, the fen raft spider is now thriving at both Castle Marshes and Carlton & Oulton Marshes. Our …