Jumping spider

Fact Box Species: Euryattus bleekeri (QM) Family: Salticidae Body length: female: 9 mm male: 6 mm Habitat: This spider is often found on grass leaves and also constructs a retreat in which to lay eggs Toxicity: Bitings only cause local pain and inflammation

Female epigynum With leaf retreat Bronze markings Uncertain maturity

A noteworthy feature of Euryattus bleekeri seems to be the variability in its surface markings, especially when the specimen is immature.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Several other salticid species.