It is found in China, Japan, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, and India.

[1] The species is known to discharge a foul smell which help it attract prey and deter predators.

[2] It both smells like and resembles bird feces, hence the name 'bird dung spider'.

It is characteristically known for its dual-purposed ability to mimic the smell and appearance of bird feces to both lure prey and protect against predators.

[3] This species of crab spider has a flat, black-brown abdomen with bright yellow legs.