Icius hamatus (C.L. Koch, 1846) (Araneae: Salticidae) in the Netherlands

Key Points

• The aim is to document the first occurrence of Icius hamatus in the Netherlands and discuss its distribution in Europe.
• Field observations were conducted to identify the species.
• Geographical data were collected for distribution mapping.
• Comparative analysis of existing records in Europe was performed.
• Icius hamatus was found for the first time in the Netherlands.
• The species' distribution in Europe includes several other recorded localities.
• The findings suggest a potential range expansion of the species.