Synageles bishopi
This record describes Synageles bishopi (species). Recorded family: Salticidae. Recorded order: Araneae.
Identification and Appearance
Synageles bishopi is a species of jumping spider. It is native to the continental United States.
Identification notes
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Wikipedia reference for Synageles bishopi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Synageles bishopi.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Araneae (Spiders)
- Family
- Salticidae (Jumping Spiders)
- Genus
- Synageles
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
New Mexico and Texas eastward
Geographic Range
Massachusetts south to Florida and west to Nebraska and New Mexico
About Spiders: the wider group
Order-level background for Araneae, the group containing Synageles bishopi. 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 Synageles bishopi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chad Heins
Frequently Asked Questions About Synageles bishopi
What is Synageles bishopi?
Synageles bishopi is a species in the family Salticidae, within the order Araneae.
How do you identify Synageles bishopi?
Palp
Where is Synageles bishopi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | New Mexico and Texas eastward |
| Range | Massachusetts south to Florida and west to Nebraska and New Mexico |