Jumping Spiders

How to Identify Jumping Spiders

Appearance:

8 short legs
Compact
Usually black with pale markings
1/8 to ¾ inch

Habitats:

Loose, saclike webs

Threat:

While jumping spiders may bite
The bite is not poisonous

Preventing an Infestation:

Seal cracks and use screens on doors and windows
Remove outdoor harborages

More Information:

Jumping spiders are considered easy to identify compared to other arachnids. They have larger legs in the front, causing them to somewhat resemble crabs. They also have eyes that distinctly face forward rather than all around their head like other spiders.