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Bold jumping spider

Phidippus audax

Description:

The majority of audax specimens are black with three white spots. Note the iridescent scales and flat (without gloss) black patches on the abdomen. These markings help distinguish audax from similar species such as P. regius.

Habitat:

Found in rural and urban settings, often inside buildings.

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1 Comment

Liam
Liam 12 years ago

All Jumping spiders are bold. One tried to attack my lens once! ;D
Great spotting!

Aaron_G
Spotted by
Aaron_G

Bartlesville, Oklahoma, USA

Spotted on May 3, 2008
Submitted on Jan 27, 2012

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