Peucetia viridans
Peucetia • Oxyopidae
A brilliant green lynx spider (family Oxyopidae, not a jumper) that ambushes pollinators from flowers and foliage — agile, able to leap, and a fascinating display animal. No prey web; give it tall plants to hunt from, warm temps, and moderate humidity with light misting. Harmless to humans (bite is painful but not medically significant); note that guarding females can 'spit' venom defensively, so don't handle. Lives about a year.
Temperature
72-85°F
Humidity
50-65%
Prey size: flies, crickets, moths
Type
arboreal
Adult Size
female 16-26 mm, male ~12 mm body
Growth Rate
fast
Native Region
Southern USA, Central America
Temperament
agile ambusher; females spray venom in defense
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