This small, active spider is frequently mistaken for the black widow because of its red abdomen. In truth, it bears no real resemblance, having very short legs and only being 3/8 inch in size. It also has fairly large eyes.

Jumping spiders are common in gardens and lawns, and in the spring often make their way into homes in search of prey, being found in windows and doorways. Jumping spiders are hunters, and do not spin a web to catch their meals. They pounce on their prey from quite a distance. They eat just about any bugs that are smaller than they are, and are active in the daylight hours. They are not really a pest as they do get rid of other insects.

Life Cycle:

The females make a funnel web to retreat into and lay their eggs.

Main Characteristics

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