Fossil Amber with Two Jumping Spiders

Name: Insects in fossil amber; Insecta; Hymenoptera, Diptera. Arachnida : Araneae, Salticidae

Age: Pliocene to Pleistocene

Size (25.4 mm = 1 inch): Amber 37 mm long , 33 mm across, 8.1 grams

Location: Andean Uplift Region, Andes Mountains, Colombia

Code: a076

Price: $50.00 - Sold


Jumping Spiders in amberDescription: This plaque displays a fine pair of Jumping Spiders 5 mm and 3 mm in length. They are members of the Family Salticidae, a name derived from saltere (to jump). They sneak up on their prey, then pounce, earning them the name Jumping Spiders. They are accompanied by a tiny wasp and a dark-winged fungus gnat. Spiders are always highly prized by collectors, and a fine pair such as these would make a great addition to any amber collection.


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