Arachnid · GBIF taxon 2172595
Zebra Jumping Spider
Salticus scenicusAlso known as Zebra Spider
Zebra jumping spiders stalk sunny vertical surfaces like walls, fence posts, and tree bark in search of prey. They hunt using extraordinary stereoscopic vision from four large forward-facing eyes, leaping up to twenty times their own body length to pounce without building webs. Before jumping, they anchor a silk dragline to the substrate to serve as a safety tether if they miss their target.
Agile HunterDiurnalPatterned
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Flies
- Mosquitoes
- Leafhoppers
Predators
- Songbirds
- Lizards
- Sphecid Wasps
ThreatsInsecticides, heavy urban pollution
HabitatsWalls, fences, sunny rock faces, gardens, urban structures
Life span1–3 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderAraneae
- FamilySalticidae
- GenusSalticus
- SpeciesSalticus scenicus
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskVery high
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- Why interaction risk is very high
- Safe to observe at a close distance.
Responsible observation
- Observation: Approach slowly, as these curious spiders often pivot to watch nearby movement.
- Lighting: Look on sunlit outdoor walls during warm afternoon hours when they are actively hunting.
- Relocation: Use a small cup and paper card to transfer indoor visitors back outside.
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