Sparklemuffin peacock spiders, like most other Maratus spiders, are found in Australia, particularly in open woodlands, scrublands and grasslands. Maratus jactatus prefers habitats with plenty of ...

That’s exactly what happened with scientists studying peacock spiders in Australia. After puzzling over how the tiny spiders produce colorful rainbow patterns on their butts, researchers decided ...

Peacock spiders in general are unassuming to the ... Maratus jactatus prefers habitats with plenty of vegetation and leaf litter, where they can hunt for prey and find shelter from predators.

Sparklemuffin peacock spiders, like most other Maratus spiders, are found in Australia, particularly in open woodlands, scrublands and grasslands. Maratus jactatus prefers habitats with plenty of ...