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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.

Species ID Suggestions

Jumping Spider

Phiale guttata

Comments (9)

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

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