species 9,241 observations

Koch's Wolf Spider

Alopecosa kochi

Field notes

Alopecosa kochi is a species of wolf spider in the family Lycosidae. It is found in North America, including Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Sightings are most frequently recorded in March, with other occurrences during January, February, April, June, August, and December. From its consistent sightings across North America, it reveals a tolerance for both arid and temperate conditions. This species is part of the genus Alopecosa, a group known for active hunting behavior rather than web-building.

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Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided