Zebra Jumping Spider
Salticus scenicus
The adult zebra jumping spider is common on sunny walls, fences, rocks, tree trunks, and building surfaces across much of Europe and other introduced areas. It actively stalks flies, mosquitoes, and other small arthropods, judging distance with large forward-facing eyes before making a precise leap. Rather than using a web to trap prey, it attaches a silk dragline as a safety tether before jumping. Its bold black-and-white striping gives it the zebra-like appearance that makes this small hunter easy to recognize.
- Type
- Swift / Venom
- Conservation status
- NE