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Pantropical jumper

Pantropical jumper

Plexippus paykulli

A species of Housefly catchers, Also known as Cosmotropical jumping spider, Cosmotropical jumper

The pantropical jumper ( Plexippus paykulli) has really big, bright, and lovely eyeballs. It has really acute eyesight. They approach the target prey stealthily, leaping on it when close enough. Its whole body is covered with short greyish hairs, light central stripe, and bordered by dark stripes that make it easy to recognize. And don't forget it, they may give a mildly painful bite when disturbed.

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Bite Humans
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General Info About Pantropical jumper
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Attributes of Pantropical jumper
Colors
Brown
Black
White
Habitat
man-made structure; citrus grove
Adult Food Sources
Flies, mosquitoes, moths, beetles, smaller spiders
Larva Food Source
Small insects, insect larvae, aphids, juvenile spiders, mite and other soft-bodied arthropods
Biting/stinging
The Pantropical jumper may bite humans actively. Please stay away from it.
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
The Pantropical jumper can induce toxic reactions varying in severity. Nevertheless, these toxins primarily target their prey and predators and are usually not fatal to humans.
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Yes
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Appearance of Pantropical jumper
Plexippus paykulli is robust, with a high carapace. It is covered with short greyish hairs with sometimes dramatic accents of red in the male. The female is slightly larger than the male, female is 1 cm and male is 9 mm. The sexes are easy to tell apart as the males have a black carapace and abdomen with a broad white central stripe, another broad white stripe on either side and a pair of white spots near the posterior end of the abdomen. The female is brownish grey, the carapace being darker especially around the eyes, with a broad tan stripe that extends onto the abdomen where it breaks into two chevrons.
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Adult Size of Pantropical jumper
9 - 10 mm
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Predators of Pantropical jumper Larvae
Wasps, ants, larger spiders, birds, amphibians
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Predators of Adult Pantropical jumper
Birds, reptiles, amphibians, larger spiders, insectivorous mammals
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Interesting Facts About Pantropical jumper
Pantropical jumper can leap over 50 times their body length, using hydraulic pressure to propel their jump instead of muscle strength alone.
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Scientific Classification of Pantropical jumper
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How Can You Attract Pantropical jumper
Since pantropical jumper is a carnivorous creature and a known predator, live insects such as flies or small crickets could be used as bait to lure them out.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Pantropical jumper
The best time to find pantropical jumper would likely be during daytime hours as they are diurnal hunters that rely on their keen eyesight to stalk and pounce on their prey.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Pantropical jumper
Dry, warm weather would be more suitable for finding pantropical jumper since moisture can affect their ability to move and hunt effectively, and they are more active in warmer temperatures.
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How and Where Can You Find Pantropical jumper at Different Life Stages
Juvenile Pantropical jumper in their juvenile stage can be found in various habitats, including trees, shrubs, and under rocks. To locate them, focus on sunny spots where they might be hunting or warming themselves.
Adult Adult pantropical jumper can often be found on vertical surfaces such as walls, tree trunks, or rocks where they hunt for prey. Look for adults by scanning these areas for their distinctive movement and stalking behavior.
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Harmful Effects of Pantropical jumper
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Toxic to Animals

Pantropical jumper typically delivers venom through a bite with its fangs, affecting a variety of animals. The venom intensity is mild, causing discomfort rather than severe harm to humans, dogs, cats, and common house pets. Juveniles and adults have the capability to envenomate. Small mammals that encounter pantropical jumper could experience localized pain or minor reactions. The venom is not potent enough to seriously threaten larger creatures but serves as a defense and predation mechanism. Reactions to the toxin can vary among different species.

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Bite Humans

Pantropical jumper typically does not bite humans. Bites are rare, occur primarily in self-defense during unintended encounters. If bites happen, they involve a quick, mild bite with negligible consequences, aligning with pantropical jumper's limited interaction and defense strategies.

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