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Jumping Spider (Family Salticidae)
Characteristics
- Size:
- The body is usually 1/2-inch or shorter in length.
- Color:
- Color varies, most being black or gray. Some are brightly colored or possess bright markings.
- Behavior:
- Jumping spiders are among the spiders more commonly seen around homes because they are active during the day. They are recognized by their stout, robust bodies, quick movements, and remarkable feats of jumping. They have two very large eyes in the bottom front row of eyes which they use to locate prey during their daytime hunting forays.
