Admestina wheeleri

G.W. Peckham & E.G. Peckham, 1888

thick-legged jumping spider

Admestina wheeleri is a jumping spider in the Salticidae, commonly known as the thick-legged jumping spider. It was first described in 1888 by George and Elizabeth Peckham. The species is found in the northern United States and southern Canada, with records from Manitoba and Ontario in Canada.

Admestina wheeleri pedipalp 02 by Kaldari. Used under a CC0 license.

Admestina wheeleri pedipalp 03 by Kaldari. Used under a CC0 license.

Admestina wheeleri pedipalp 01 by Kaldari. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Admestina wheeleri: //ædˈmɛstɪnə ˈʍiːlərɪ//

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Identification

Distinguished from similar jumping spiders by its thick-legged appearance, as indicated by its . The is placed in the Admestina, which can be separated from related salticid genera by genitalic and somatic characters, though specific diagnostic features for A. wheeleri are not detailed in available sources. Geographic distribution in the northern United States and southern Canada may help narrow identification.

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Appearance

Commonly referred to as the thick-legged jumping spider, suggesting notably robust or enlarged legs compared to other jumping spiders. Specific details of coloration, body size, and arrangement are not documented in available sources.

Habitat

Specific preferences are not documented. Based on distribution records, the occurs in temperate regions of North America including Manitoba and Ontario.

Distribution

Northern United States and southern Canada. Documented from Manitoba and Ontario, Canada. GBIF records indicate presence in Canada and USA with North American distribution.

Similar Taxa

Other Admestina species within the Admestina would share general body plan and salticid characteristics; specific separation requires examination of genitalic and geographic distribution.
Other thick-legged jumping spiders in SalticidaeThe thick-legged jumping spider may apply to similar with robust legs; precise identification relies on taxonomic characters and geographic range.

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Taxonomic history

Described by George and Elizabeth Peckham in 1888, a husband-wife team notable for their extensive work on jumping spider and in the late 19th century.

Collection records

GBIF distribution records indicate presence in Canada and USA, with specific provincial records from Manitoba and Ontario.