Mexigonus minutus
(F. O. Pickard-Cambridge, 1901)
Mexigonus minutus is a of jumping spider in the Salticidae, first described by F. O. Pickard-Cambridge in 1901. The species is distributed across the United States and Mexico. As a member of Salticidae, it possesses the characteristic visual acuity and jumping locomotion typical of this spider family. The Mexigonus is part of the diverse jumping spider radiation in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Mexigonus minutus: /ˌmɛksɪˈɡoʊnəs maɪˈnjuːtəs/
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Distribution
United States and Mexico. Records indicate presence in both Middle America and North America.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described by F. O. Pickard-Cambridge in 1901. The Mexigonus is classified within the Salticidae, the largest family of spiders.
Citizen science observations
The has accumulated 2,956 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is relatively well-documented by naturalists and photographers, though specific details from these observations are not provided in available sources.