Simaethula sp. (genus)

A jumping spider at Dunlop, ACT

Simaethula sp. (genus) at Dunlop, ACT - 16 Mar 2019
Simaethula sp. (genus) at Dunlop, ACT - 16 Mar 2019
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Identification history

Simaethula sp. (genus) 19 Mar 2019 KimPullen
Simaethula sp. (genus) 19 Mar 2019 CathB

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On eucalypt sapling. Abdomen looked quite iridescent, but wasn't able to photograph this before it retreated to this hiding place and stayed there.

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  • 1 - 3 Abundance
  • 16 Mar 2019 05:26 PM Recorded on
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Additional information

  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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