Okinawicius tekdi


Researchers have found a new species of jumping spider on Baner Hill, yet again highlighting the region's rich biodiversity and the need to protect the city's natural landscapes.

About Okinawicius tekdi:

  • The spider has been named Okinawicius tekdi, after the Marathi word for hill, and takes the number of jumping spiders in India to 326.
  • The species was first described by Atharva Kulkarni, an MSc student in environmental science from MIT-World Peace University in Pune.
  • A spider species was last discovered in Pune over 30 years ago.

About Spider species:

  • Spiders are a group of arthropods that have segmented bodies, a hard exoskeleton and legs that are jointed. 
  • One of the most defining characteristics of spiders is they have eight legs.
  • Spiders are also known for spinning webs and using these webs to trap their prey.

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