Metaphidippus manni
This record describes Metaphidippus manni (species). Recorded family: Salticidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Dense white patches on chelicerae and cheek patches that contrast against a dark, shiny body distinguish males immediately. Female
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Salticidae (Jumping Spiders)
- Genus
- Metaphidippus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
"The common species of oak woodland of the Pacific coastal United States".
Geographic Range
"British Columbia south to Baja California and east to central Arizona".
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Metaphidippus manni. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
As of 2023, 51,673 spider species in 136 families have been recorded, though an estimated 150,000 species exist. Spiders rank 7th in total species diversity among all organism orders. Only 0.5% of spider species pose any risk to human health.
Ecological role of the group
Spider venom contains complex peptides with diverse pharmacological activities, making them valuable for drug development research. Spiders produce up to 7 types of silk from specialized glands. Spider silk genes have been inserted into mammals and plants for biotech applications.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The global spider community kills an estimated 400-800 million tons of prey annually (2017 study). Spiders provide billions of dollars in natural pest control for agriculture. Spider silk is 5× stronger than steel of the same diameter, driving a biomaterials research industry.
Recorded sources for this group: World Spider Catalog, PNAS, Nature, ScienceDirect. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Metaphidippus manni (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jay Barnes; Additional contributions by Lynette Elliott , cheins , Dick Walton , kschnei
Frequently Asked Questions About Metaphidippus manni
What is Metaphidippus manni?
Metaphidippus manni is a species in the family Salticidae, within the order Araneae.
How do you identify Metaphidippus manni?
Dense white patches on chelicerae and cheek patches that contrast against a dark, shiny body distinguish males immediately. Female
Where is Metaphidippus manni found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | The common species of oak woodland of the Pacific coastal United States. |
| Range | British Columbia south to Baja California and east to central Arizona. |