Jumping Spider
Scientific Name: Phidippus audax
Order & Family: Order: Araneae, Family: Salticidae
Size: Adults typically range from 6 to 15 mm (0.25 to 0.6 inches) in body length
Natural Habitat
Found in residential areas, gardens, fields, and inside homes on walls or ceilings
Diet & Feeding
Carnivorous; they hunt small insects like flies, moths, and other spiders using powerful vision
Behavior Patterns
Active hunters that do not build webs to catch food but use silk as a safety line; known for their curiosity and jumping ability
Risks & Benefits
Highly beneficial for indoor and garden pest control; they are generally harmless to humans and rarely bite unless severely provoked
Identified on: 6/6/2026