Cutest Spiders

Despite their reputation as scary creepy crawlies, some species of spiders are downright adorable. Most notably, the jumping spiders, due to their large eyes, tiny size, and overall cute movement. These spiders are pretty harmless to humans and only use their venom for hunting prey.

Common Spiders: Zebra Spider, Common Hentz Jumping Spider

Most Venomous

Generally, bites from these spiders are uncommon. However, they may cause itchiness, redness of the skin, and swelling. These include the emerald jumping spider and the zebra spider.

Less Venomous

Jumping Spiders

• Masked Peacock Spider (Maratus personatus)
• Daring Jumping Spider (Phidippus audax)
• Zebra Spider (Salticus Scenicus)
• Common Hentz Jumping Spider (Hentzia palmarum)
• Emerald Jumping Spider (Paraphidippus aurantius)
• Maratus Volans
• Habronattus coecatus
• Pelegrina pervaga
• Asianellus festivus
• Phidippus clarus
• Attulus fasciger