Naphrys xerophila

(Richman, 1981)

Naphrys xerophila is a of jumping spider in the Salticidae. It is a small spider, with measuring 2–4 mm in body length. The species is to the southeastern United States, where it inhabits dry, xeric environments.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Naphrys xerophila: /ˈnæfrɪs zɛˈrɑfɪlə/

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Habitat

Found in xeric (dry) , typically in leaf litter.

Distribution

Southeastern United States: Florida and Georgia.

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Etymology

The specific epithet 'xerophila' refers to the ' preference for dry (xeric) .

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