A small jumping spider species native to Mediterranean regions, characterized by distinctive locomotion and visual predatory strategies typical of Salticidae family.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Rocky terrain, Mediterranean scrublands, dry grasslands, and human-adjacent environments such as garden walls and stone structures in southern Europe
Ecological Role
Key predator in controlling insect populations, maintaining ecological balance in Mediterranean ecosystems through selective arthropod hunting
Morphology
SKIN COATTypically brown or grayish coloration with intricate camouflage patterns, providing environmental blending
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular legs adapted for precise jumping, capable of leaping distances up to 50 times body length
HEAD SENSORYLarge forward-facing eyes providing exceptional vision and depth perception, crucial for hunting and navigation
BODY STRUCTURESmall spider, approximately 5-7 mm in length, compact body with robust cephalothorax and relatively short abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Kaldari
