Sitticus pubescens
Alt Name
Attulus pubescens, Hypositticus pubescens.
Description
A small (5 mm) but spritely jumping spider with a large and quite angular head and a hairy body patterned with browns, black and light greys.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
This spider is usually found around human habitations, sometimes under stones and sometimes in houses. In more open environments it may be seen resting on fence posts etc.
When to see it
Mainly spring to autumn.
UK Status
Fairly frequent and widespread in England and Wales.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Further Information
512 British records to Jan 2013
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