Zebra spider

The zebra spider is a small jumping spider known for its bold black-and-white stripes. It lives across the Northern Hemisphere, often spotted on walls or tree bark. What sets it apart is its theatrical jumps and eye-catching pattern, like a tiny acrobat in a striped costume.

• It can leap many times its own body length to catch prey.
• Its scientific name hints at its jumping skills and dramatic stripes.
• Unlike web-building spiders, it actively hunts by stalking and pouncing.