Jumping spider

Fact Box Species: Servaea species (QM) (or a closely related salticid) Family: Salticidae Body length: female: about 9 mm male: about 8 mm Habitat: This spider normally spends its time on or under the bark of eucalypt forests but it is very mobile so it could also be found in other habitats Toxicity: The toxicity of the venom of this species is unknown but it may at least cause local pain

Another view

The surface markings of this species are are somewhat variable but the spider has a stocky overall appearance and is rather hairy, especially around the palps.

Spider(s) with a very similar appearance: Some other salticids but especially Servaea species and Servaea species.