Question

    Consider the following statements in regards to Hasarius Mumbai:

    a) It is a new species of Jumping spider

    b) The species is named after Mumbai city.

    c) Jumping spiders are group of spiders that constitute the family Salticidae

    Which of the following statements is/are correct?

    A 1 & 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 & 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 & 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A new species of jumping spider named 'Hasarius Mumbai' was recently discovered from the rocks close to the streams at the Bombay Natural History Society's (BNHS) conservation education centre in Goregaon East. Jumping spiders are group of spiders that constitute the family Salticidae, which is the largest family of spiders. Generally recognized by their eye pattern. Mostly have four pairs of eyes which can go upto eight. Front four legs generally are larger than the back four.

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