A small, agile jumping spider species native to Europe, characterized by its exceptional camouflage abilities and unique hunting strategies.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Woodland edges, gardens, forest understory, bark of trees, and mossy areas in temperate European regions, typically between 0-1000 meters elevation
Ecological Role
Crucial predator in controlling insect populations, contributing to ecosystem balance by regulating small arthropod numbers
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Densely hairy exoskeleton with mottled brown/gray coloration mimicking bark and moss textures
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LIMBS WINGS
Strong, muscular legs adapted for rapid jumping, capable of leaping distances up to 50 times body length
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HEAD SENSORY
Large forward-facing primary eyes with exceptional visual acuity, enabling precise prey tracking and jumping calculations
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BODY STRUCTURE
Compact body length 7-10 mm, robust build with muscular legs for jumping, color typically brown/gray with intricate camouflage patterns
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Michel Langeveld
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