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Zebra spider
Salticus scenicus
45.4005, -71.8837
Field Notes
Description:
Female zebra spiders are 5–7 millimetres (0.20–0.28 in) long and males are 5–6 mm (0.20–0.24 in). The most distinctive feature of these spiders is their two very large eyes, which is typical for jumping spiders. Although they have eight eyes, the two at the front are the largest and give them excellent binocular vision. These tiny spiders are black with white hairs that form stripes.
Habitat:
Zebra spiders are widespread across Britain, Europe, and North America,and are found throughout the Holarctic. They often live close to or in human settlements. They can be found on walls, plants and fences on sunny days; and also indoors on window sills, often in the corner behind curtains.
Notes:
Using their acute eyesight, they are able to accurately judge the distances they need to jump. :)
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