Silver Ant-hunter
This species differs from Emertonella sp. B by having banded legs, and silver bands or streaks on the abdomen. It is typically smaller and has only fine hairs on the legs. The dorsum of the male is predominantly black with narrow silver streaks.
Length | ♀ 3 mm; ♂ 2 mm |
Distribution | Singapore. |
Habitat | Foliage in mangroves. |
Biology | Individuals may often be seen at night suspended by a single thread, sometimes feeding on an ant. |
Kingdom Animalia (Animals)
Phylum Arthropoda (Arthropods)
Subphylum Chelicerata (Chelicerates)
Class Arachnida (Arachnids)
Order Araneae (Spiders)
Suborder Araneomorphae (Typical Spiders)
Singapore.