Sassacus papenhoei
This record describes Sassacus papenhoei (species). Recorded family: Salticidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Palp Generally covered in metallic green and pink or coppery scales ... abdomen usually green or blue.(Richman, 2008)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Salticidae (Jumping Spiders)
- Genus
- Sassacus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Desert brush, also alfalfa and cotton, upland prairie, meadow (Richman, 2008).
Geographic Range
British Columbia, most of the U.S. and Mexico but absent from the Dakotas and the northeast.
Seasonal Activity
Often abundant in summer (Richman, 2008).
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Sassacus papenhoei Peckham & Peckham, 1895
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Sassacus papenhoei. 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 Sassacus papenhoei (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Lynette Elliott; Additional contributions by cheins , Mike Quinn , pfeiffer
Frequently Asked Questions About Sassacus papenhoei
What is Sassacus papenhoei?
Sassacus papenhoei is a species in the family Salticidae, within the order Araneae.
How do you identify Sassacus papenhoei?
Palp Generally covered in metallic green and pink or coppery scales ... abdomen usually green or blue.(Richman, 2008)
Where is Sassacus papenhoei found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Desert brush, also alfalfa and cotton, upland prairie, meadow (Richman, 2008). |
| Range | British Columbia, most of the U.S. and Mexico but absent from the Dakotas and the northeast. |
When is Sassacus papenhoei active?
Sassacus papenhoei: seasonal activity - Often abundant in summer (Richman, 2008)..