Jumping spider

Fact Box Species: Helpis minitabunda (Ed Nieuwenhuys) Family: Salticidae Body length: female: 9 mm male: 7 mm Habitat: In a retreat formed from a rolled up green leaf or wandering in greenery in search of prey Toxicity: This species is common around houses so bitings may occur but should only cause local pain and inflammation

In its retreat The male Male, side view Another female Another female Another female Underside of female

This salticid species is very common in gardens and lush bush settings in South-east Queensland. It is a very mobile salticid.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Opisthoncus mordax.