What does this research mean for the field?

Fifty-one species within the jumping spider genera Kima to Mogrus are documented and identifiable in South Africa. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This guide aims to catalog and identify the species of the Salticidae family found in South Africa.

June 7, 2026Open Access

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The Salticidae of South Africa. South African National Survey of Arachnida Photo Identification Guide: Part 4 (K–Mogrus)

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This guide aims to catalog and identify the species of the Salticidae family found in South Africa.
Arranged into seven volumes covering various genera.
Focuses specifically on 51 species from the genera Kima to Mogrus.
Includes comprehensive descriptions and illustrations.
Documents 85 genera and 363 species of Salticidae in South Africa.
Provides a detailed reference for arachnologists and enthusiasts.
Contributes to the larger World Spider Catalog.

Abstract

The family Salticidae is the largest spider family known from 689 genera and 6809 species. From South Africa, 85 genera and 363 species are known (World Spider Catalog, 2026). The Salticidae Guides are arranged into seven volumes. This volume deals with the species of the genera Kima to Mogrus 51 species (67 pp.)

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