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Phidippus audax
A large jumping spider in the family Salticidae, Phidippus audax, the Bold Jumper, is no less than audacious! When I was holding this spider about 30 cm from the ground, it had no problem jumping right out of my hand, or sometimes even falling backward! After it had crawled all over me, I had silk from the spider all over my hand! I love the green near the mouth! The abdomen has three white spots, as well as two right at the apex of the body.
Found on a rabbit cage.
First time I ever held a jumping spider! It was awesome. I was amazed at how docile and soft they were. First of year, as well!
Spotted on Apr 20, 2013
Submitted on Apr 23, 2013
5 Comments
Thank you so much ForestDragon and Phil! I do agree the Zebra Jumper is much more timid! They are very brave!
Great photo!
They are great, aren't they! Some of them are more skittish. I find the Zebra Jumpers around my house don't appreciate my advances too much but the Bold Jumpers don't mind so much. They are brave spiders!
Thank you very much Atul!
Lovely !