Cosmophasis sp. ♀ (Selangor)

Cosmophasis is a genus of the spider family Salticidae (jumping spiders). Some species occur in Africa, while most are found in Southeast Asia, down to Australia. Although most species more or less mimic ants, there are also colorful species that follow a different strategy. I found this jumper on Strelitzia plant outside my office. It measures about 5mm.

The Strelitzia plant outside my office where I found the male Cosmophasis sp.

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