Paradamoetas fontanus
(Levi, 1951)
Paradamoetas fontanus is a of jumping spider (Salticidae) described by Levi in 1951. The species epithet 'fontanus' suggests an association with springs or freshwater sources. It belongs to a small of North American salticids with limited published ecological data.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paradamoetas fontanus: /ˌpærəˌdeɪmoʊˈiːtəs ˈfɒntænəs/
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Distribution
Recorded from the United States and Canada. Specific state or provincial records are not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic note
The Paradamoetas was established by Peckham & Peckham in 1885. Paradamoetas fontanus is one of few described in this genus, with limited taxonomic revision since its original description.
Etymology
The specific epithet 'fontanus' derives from Latin 'fons' or 'fontis' meaning spring or fountain, likely referring to near freshwater springs.