Distinguished jumping spider - an arachnid that's not just a pretty face

It is a mighty representative of the value of seemingly desolate post-industrial landscapesInvertebrate of the year 2024: all hail Earth's spineless heroesNominate your UK invertebrate species of the yearThe eyes have it. If you're a sucker for a charismatic gaze, an impressive name and great rarity, then the distinguished jumping spider should get your vote.But this acrobatic, spectacular-looking tiny spider with two large black forward-facing eyes is not merely a pretty face. It is a powerful environmentalist and mighty representative of the value of often-derided, seemingly desolate post-industrial landscapes. Continue reading...