Tutelina formicaria

(Emerton, 1891)

Tutelina formicaria is a small jumping spider in the Salticidae, first described by James Henry Emerton in 1891. It is found in the United States. As a member of the Tutelina, it is likely to share characteristics with related such as -mimicry and ant- , though species-specific documentation for T. formicaria itself remains limited.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Tutelina formicaria: //tuːˈtɛlɪnə ˌfɔːrmɪˈkɛərɪə//

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Distribution

United States.

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Taxonomic Note

The Tutelina includes several with documented -mimicry and ant- , notably Tutelina similis. However, these documented traits should not be assumed for T. formicaria without specific observation or study.

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