Red-bellied Jumping Spider Philaeus chrysops

Photo of Red-bellied Jumping Spider (Philaeus chrysops)

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OrderSpiders (Araneae)
FamilyJumping Spiders (Salticidae)
GenusPhilaeus (Philaeus)

The brilliant red belly of this jumping spider is unmistakable in the field, making it one of the flashiest members of an already-impressive family. Like all jumping spiders, it boasts exceptional vision and incredible athleticism, stalking prey with laser focus and pouncing with split-second precision. Don't let the small size fool youβ€”it hunts like a tiger and sees like an eagle.

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