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Jumping Spider

Phiale guttata

Photo by pamsai
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Field Notes

Description:

Phiale is a spider genus of the Salticidae family (jumping spiders).

Habitat:

Seen in Selva Verde Lodge, Costa Rica.

Its described species are found in South and Central America from Argentina to Mexico. A few species are endemic to several Caribbean islands.

Reference Links:

Phiale (spider), Phiale guttata

Species ID Suggestions

Jumping Spider

Phiale guttata

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bayucca
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Comments (9)
pamsai
thanks Atul. Pity I couldn't get a face-on shot to see it's eyes, though.
bayucca
Yes, Doc, that's indeed a very nice one, isn't it!
Atul
aa haa lovely !
bayucca
Salticidae, Phiale guttata, male. http://www.jumping-spiders.com/php/tax_drawings.php?id=3485

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Paso Pacifico Survey
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International Spider Survey
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Life in Costa Rica
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PublishedOctober 16, 2013

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