Longleg Dandy Portia schultzi
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OrderSpiders (Araneae)
FamilyJumping Spiders (Salticidae)
GenusDandy Spiders (Portia)
Don't let the size fool you—this jumping spider is barely 5-7mm long (females) or 4-6mm (males), yet it has a personality that shines through its appearance. Its orange-brown carapace, white markings, and tufted orange hairs above the eyes give it a distinctly dapper look. But the real standout feature? Its "lolloping" gait—a quirky, bouncing walk that's totally unusual for such a tiny hunter. With relatively longer legs than its cousins, it moves across plants in Africa and Madagascar like it's on a mission.
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