Are Peacock Spiders Real?

Maratus volans is a species in the jumping spider family (Salticidae), belonging to the genus Maratus (peacock spiders). These spiders are native to certain areas in Australia and occupy a wide distribution of habitats.

Do peacock spiders exist?

Peacock spiders are widespread across the southern-half of Australia and live in a diverse range of habitats, from sand dunes on the temperate coasts to grasslands in the semi- arid regions (J. Waldock, personal communication).

Are peacock spiders poisonous to humans?

Like other spiders peacock spiders possess venom and they use it to kill their prey, small flies, moths and other insects. For humans though they are completely harmless.