Habronattus formosus

(Banks, 1906)

Habronattus formosus is a of jumping spider in the Salticidae. The species was originally described as Pellenes formosus by Banks in 1906 before being transferred to the Habronattus. Like other members of its genus, it is a small, ground-dwelling spider with acute vision used for hunting and courtship. The genus Habronattus is known for elaborate multimodal combining visual signals with vibratory drumming.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Habronattus formosus: /ˌhæbrəˈnætəs fɔrˈmoʊsəs/

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Distribution

United States

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Pellenes formosus by Nathan Banks in 1906, this was later transferred to the Habronattus. The basionym Pellenes formosus is retained as a synonym.

Genus characteristics

While specific details for H. formosus are sparse, the Habronattus as a whole comprises approximately 100 , most occurring in North America with some in the neotropics. Maximum diversity occurs in the southwestern United States. Members are small, ground-dwelling spiders found in areas of scattered vegetation, stones, or leaf litter.

Courtship behavior in genus

Male Habronattus spiders are known for elaborate , using modified third legs with conspicuous spurs or coloration for visual signaling to females. These visual displays are synchronized with complex vibratory drumming signals transmitted through the substrate. This multimodal communication has been described as among the most elaborate of any terrestrial .