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Two-striped Jumping Spider - Telamonia Dimidiata - Animal India

The Two-striped Jumper, or Telamonia dimidiata, is a jumping spider primarily found in various Asian tropical rainforests, particularly in the foliage of wooded, wet, and humid environments in countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, Pakistan, Iran, India, and Bhutan. It can also be found in parts of Europe and other regions worldwide, including the United States. The male spider is very dark with white markings and red hairs around the eyes. T. dimidiata produces no toxin significant to humans. Two-striped Jumping Spiders are opportunistic hunters, primarily preying on small insects like flies, moths, grasshoppers, beetles, and other spiders. They may also feed on available food sources such as fruits or nectar. On August 10, 2024, a male Two-striped Jumper spider (Telamonia dimidiata) was observed waiting on the edge of a guava leaf for its prey in Tehatta, West Bengal, India. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#11466550
Date Taken	10 August 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto

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