
Community identification
Jumping Spider
Family Salticidae
- Order & Family
- Order Araneae, Family Salticidae
- Size
- 1 to 25 mm (0.04 to 0.98 inches)
Natural Habitat
Found in varied environments including forests, grasslands, and suburban gardens, often on walls or around windows.
Diet & Feeding
Carnivorous; primarily feeds on insects and other spiders. They are active hunters that do not use webs to catch prey.
Behavior Patterns
Known for their excellent vision and ability to jump many times their body length. They use silk as a safety line while jumping. They are active during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Beneficial to ecosystems and humans as they help control pest populations. They are not considered dangerous to humans and rarely bite unless provoked.