Jumping Spider

Natural Habitat

Typically found on vertical surfaces like walls, fences, and around windows in both urban areas and gardens.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivorous; hunts small insects such as flies, gnats, and mosquitoes by stalking and jumping on them.

Behavior Patterns

Diurnal hunters with excellent vision; they do not build webs to catch prey but use a silk dragline as a safety tether when jumping.

Risks & Benefits

Generally harmless to humans and rarely bite unless provoked. They are beneficial to the ecosystem as they provide natural pest control for homes and gardens.

Identified on: 12/27/2025