Phidippus princeps
This record describes Phidippus princeps (species). Recorded family: Salticidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Male/Female Palp Epigynum
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Salticidae (Jumping Spiders)
- Genus
- Phidippus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
NH west to MN and south to TX and GA. Also known from Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Insects, spiders, nectar.
Life History
Variations of a single male specimen from juvenile to adult: Variations of a single male specimen from juvenile to adult:
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: 'Latin adjective, princeps, foremost'
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Phidippus princeps. 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 Phidippus princeps (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Troy Bartlett; Additional contributions by Jay Barnes , Jeff Hollenbeck , cheins , Chuck Entz
Frequently Asked Questions About Phidippus princeps
How big is Phidippus princeps?
6 - 12mm
How do you identify Phidippus princeps?
Male/Female Palp Epigynum
Where is Phidippus princeps found?
Range: NH west to MN and south to TX and GA. Also known from Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
What does Phidippus princeps eat?
The diet of the Phidippus princeps includes Insects, spiders, nectar..
What is the life cycle of a Phidippus princeps?
Variations of a single male specimen from juvenile to adult: Variations of a single male specimen from juvenile to adult: