Phidippus texanus is a member of the family of jumping spiders. It is found in North America.
Phidippus texanus
Size: 1.25 cm (0.492 in)
Color: Phidippus texanus shows sexual dimorphism. The females are beige with white stripes resembling a Rorschach test on their abdomen. On the other hand, males are black with a bright reddish-orange abdomen.
Other Characteristic Features: They have eight simple eyes, giving them a broad visual scope. This 360⁰ range allows them to remain alert from other predators while effectively hunting prey.
Their eggs are orange but are rarely seen as a sac covers them for protection.
They stay with their mother for a while after hatching before leaving her to try to fend for themselves.
While not using webbing for hunting, they will use a silk thread while jumping on their prey. This allows the spiders to pull themselves up if they mistimed their jump.
This spider is not deadly to humans as its bite is not strong enough to pierce skin.
| Lifespan | 1-2 years |
| Distribution | Mexico and the United States |
| Habitat | Open grasslands and woods |
| Diet | Insects and other spiders |
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Phidippus texanus is a member of the family of jumping spiders. It is found in North America.
Phidippus texanus
Size: 1.25 cm (0.492 in)
Color: Phidippus texanus shows sexual dimorphism. The females are beige with white stripes resembling a Rorschach test on their abdomen. On the other hand, males are black with a bright reddish-orange abdomen.
Other Characteristic Features: They have eight simple eyes, giving them a broad visual scope. This 360⁰ range allows them to remain alert from other predators while effectively hunting prey.
Their eggs are orange but are rarely seen as a sac covers them for protection.
They stay with their mother for a while after hatching before leaving her to try to fend for themselves.
While not using webbing for hunting, they will use a silk thread while jumping on their prey. This allows the spiders to pull themselves up if they mistimed their jump.
This spider is not deadly to humans as its bite is not strong enough to pierce skin.
| Lifespan | 1-2 years |
| Distribution | Mexico and the United States |
| Habitat | Open grasslands and woods |
| Diet | Insects and other spiders |
Image Source: scontent.fccu4-2.fna.fbcdn.net
