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Zebra Jumping Spider

Salticus scenicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Araneae ›Family: Salticidae ›Genus: Salticus

About

The zebra back spider (Salticus scenicus) is a common jumping spider of the Northern Hemisphere. Like other jumping spiders it does not build a web. It uses its four pairs of large eyes to locate and stalk its prey before pouncing on it. Their common name refers to their vivid black and white colouration, whilst their scientific name derives from Salticus from the Latin for “dancing”, in reference to their agility, and the Greek scenicus, translating...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Zebra Jumping Spider?
The scientific name of Zebra Jumping Spider is Salticus scenicus.
What kingdom does Zebra Jumping Spider belong to?
Zebra Jumping Spider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Zebra Jumping Spider belong to?
Zebra Jumping Spider belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Zebra Jumping Spider belong to?
Zebra Jumping Spider belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Zebra Jumping Spider belong to?
Zebra Jumping Spider belongs to the order Araneae.
What family does Zebra Jumping Spider belong to?
Zebra Jumping Spider belongs to the family Salticidae.
What genus does Zebra Jumping Spider belong to?
Zebra Jumping Spider belongs to the genus Salticus.