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Acutalis tartarea
Acutalis tartarea is a North American treehopper species in the family Membracidae, subfamily Smiliinae. The species has been documented in macrophotography contexts, showing it perched on goldenrod (Solidago sp.). It is characterized by black coloration that presents particular challenges for flash photography techniques. The species is part of the diverse Membracidae family, which is known for its bizarre and varied pronotal modifications.
Phidippus princeps
Grayish Jumping Spider
Phidippus princeps is a jumping spider species in the family Salticidae, found in Canada and the eastern United States. It is a visually oriented predator with exceptional eyesight—exceeding that of dragonflies by a factor of ten. The species exhibits pronounced sexual dimorphism, with males displaying striking red, black, and white coloration with metallic blue chelicerae, while females are larger with more somber coloration, a rounded abdomen, and smaller carapace. Research has demonstrated that P. princeps movement is strongly directed by vegetated corridors, which facilitate interpatch movement in fragmented habitats.
Phidippus putnami
Putnam's Jumping Spider
Phidippus putnami is a species of jumping spider in the family Salticidae, native to the United States. Like other members of its genus, it possesses the characteristic large anterior median eyes that provide acute vision for hunting and navigation. The species has gained attention in popular culture through the informal nickname "spooder," reflecting broader trends in anthropomorphizing spiders to foster public appreciation. Observations indicate it occupies wooded habitats and preys on small insects.