Phrurolithus festivus

Phrurolithus festivus is a spider in the family Phrurolithidae. It was originally distributed only in the Palaearctic and was introduced into Canada. The highly adaptable species inhabits a variety of both dry and wet habitats and can also be found in man-made habitats, but generally prefers open areas.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Phrurolithus festivus being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

• Micaria pulicaria
• Micaria micans
• Oedignatha scrobiculata
• Cetonana laticeps
• Asagena americana
• Falconina gracilis

Classification

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Arthropoda

Class

Arachnida

Order

Araneae

Family

Phrurolithidae

Genus

Phrurolithus

Species

Phrurolithus festivus

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