Eris flava

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

Eris flava is a of jumping spider in the Salticidae, distributed across the eastern United States, Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. The species was described by the Peckhams in 1888. Males can be distinguished from the related Eris militaris by a characteristic band of white across the . As a jumping spider, it possesses the acute vision and jumping ability characteristic of the family.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eris flava: /ˈɛ.rɪs ˈflɑː.və/

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Identification

Male Eris flava can be distinguished from Eris militaris by a band of white across the . No other distinguishing features are documented in available sources.

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Distribution

Eastern United States, Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. GBIF records confirm presence in Cuba, USA, and the Caribbean region.

Similar Taxa

  • Eris militarisMales can be distinguished from Eris flava by the absence of a band of white across the , which is present in E. flava.

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Taxonomic authority

Described by G. W. Peckham and E. G. Peckham in 1888, pioneering researchers in jumping spider .

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