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Jumping Spider - Platycryptus undatus
Copyright © 2004 JenM

Jumping Spider - Platycryptus undatus
Indiana, USA
June 6, 2004
I found this guy on my porch, having his dinner. He's very pretty, I think. I've not seen one with markings like this before. Is it just a regular jumping spider? I didn't see any similar pics here. Anyway, I thought it was neat, and worth taking a snapshot of. I was greatful; those darn flies have been biting my ankles all week. I hope he has a big appetite!
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Contributed by JenM on 7 June, 2004 - 8:13pm

Jumping Spider
This is Platycryptus undatus. The genus was once known as Metacyrba:-)
… Eric R. Eaton, 10 June, 2004 - 9:14pm login or register to post comments

Looks like a male...
jumping spider; Platycryba undatus. These are typically found in open woodland on tree bark.
… Tom Adams, 8 June, 2004 - 9:23pm login or register to post comments

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