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Zebra spider

Salticus scenicus

Zebra spider

Jeff Hahn, University of Minnesota


Description: 1/4 inch long. Compact, dark brown to black with white stripes. Two eyes in particular (of the eight) are very large. Moves in a jerky gait and can jump.

Where/When: Found in and around buildings, especially around windows and other sunny areas during spring and summer.

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