Phidippus vexans
Edwards, 2004
Phidippus vexans is a of jumping spider in the Salticidae, described by G.B. Edwards in 2004. As a member of the Phidippus, it shares the characteristic large and active hunting typical of salticid spiders. The species is known from the United States, though detailed ecological and behavioral information remains limited in published sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phidippus vexans: /ˈfɪdɪpʊs ˈvɛksænz/
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Distribution
United States; North America. Records indicate presence in the USA, with specific locality data sparse in available sources.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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