Beata
G. W. Peckham & E. G. Peckham, 1895
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1Beata is a of jumping spiders ( Salticidae) found in North and South America. The genus was established by G. W. Peckham and E. G. Peckham in 1895. As members of the jumping spider family, in this genus possess the characteristic large and salticid locomotion patterns. The genus has accumulated 578 observations on iNaturalist, indicating moderate documentation of its occurrence.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Beata: /ˈbeɪ.ə.tə/
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Identification
As jumping spiders, Beata can be distinguished from other spider by their enlarged , which provide acute vision for hunting. Within Salticidae, -level identification requires examination of genitalic structures and other morphological details. Specific characters distinguishing Beata from related genera are not documented in available sources.
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Habitat
Found in North and South American ; specific habitat preferences for the are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
North and South America.
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Taxonomic note
The name 'Beata' has been used in multiple contexts, including as a human given name derived from Latin 'beatus' meaning 'blessed'. In entomology, 'L. beata' refers to a of in the Liris ( Crabronidae), not to this spider genus. These are entirely unrelated .