Phidippus tigris

Edwards, 2004

Phidippus tigris is a jumping spider in the Salticidae, described by G.B. Edwards in 2004. It belongs to the Phidippus, a group of relatively large, visually oriented hunting spiders known for their excellent eyesight and jumping ability. The species is native to the United States and occurs in North America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Phidippus tigris: /ˈfɪdɪpəs ˈtaɪɡrɪs/

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Distribution

United States; North America. GBIF records indicate presence in the USA.

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Taxonomic note

The name Phidippus tigris has been used in online contexts to refer to a spider photographed in Buenos Aires, Argentina, but this identification was subsequently corrected. Expert G.B. Edwards identified that specimen as most likely a female 'Euophrys' sutrix (now recognized as belonging to a different within the Freyinae). The true Phidippus tigris Edwards, 2004 is a North American .