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The spider is known as the tap dancing spider. PHOTO/ SINDOnews DOC
LONDON – A species of spider known as the “tap dancing spider” (Salticus scenicus) has been rediscovered in Portugal after being lost to science for 92 years.
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As reported by IFL Science Friday (15/12/2023), this spider was first discovered in 1832 in Portugal, but was never seen again until 2023.
The tap dancing spider gets its name from its habit of dancing on flat surfaces.
This spider has long, slender legs that allow it to jump and run quickly.
The rediscovery of the tap dancing spider was carried out by a group of researchers from the University of Lisbon. Researchers found this spider in a forest near the city of Leiria, Portugal.
This discovery is good news for scientists who study spiders. Tap dancing spiders are an important species to study because they can help scientists understand more about spider evolution.
The rediscovery of the tap dancing spider is proof that there are still many animal species that humans have not discovered or known about.
Discoveries like these can help us to better understand the biodiversity of our planet.
(wbs)