Arizona species
Jumping spiders in Arizona
Family Salticidae
Stout, big eyed daytime hunters that pounce instead of spinning webs. Harmless and beneficial.
Low
Source: Farm Progress: Untangling the web about spiders in Arizona fields
How to identify
- Stout body and long front legs built for jumping.
- Four pairs of eyes, with one very large pair in the middle of the face.
- Hunts by stalking and pouncing, not with a web.
- Often brightly colored, like the Apache jumping spider.
- Size
- Mostly small spiders with stout, compact bodies.
- Habitat
- Plants, fences, walls, window sills and field crops.
- Where in Arizona
- Jumping spiders are common across Arizona and also hunt in Arizona crop fields, according to Farm Progress. The Apache jumping spider is a well known Arizona species.
Look-alikes
Prevention
- Seal gaps around doors, windows and utility lines.
- Repair screens and add door sweeps.
- Reduce clutter near walls and in garages.
- Cut down on the insects spiders feed on, including near outdoor lights.
Jumping spiders are beneficial and usually wander in alone. Call Hydra if you're seeing many spiders indoors.
When to call Hydra
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Frequently asked questions
Are jumping spiders dangerous?
No. They are small daytime hunters that help control insects in gardens and fields.
How can I tell a jumping spider?
Look for the two very large eyes in the middle of the face and short, quick jumps instead of a web.