ZSI finds 2 new jumping spiders, Asemonea dentis & Colyttus nongwar, in Meghalaya

• ZSI scientists discovered two new species of jumping spiders, Asemonea dentis and Colyttus nongwar, in Meghalaya.
• The newly found species belong to the Salticidae family, known for their quick reflexes and predatory behavior of stalking prey rather than spinning webs.
• Asemonea dentis is named for a distinctive tooth-like projection on the male's palpal femur.
• Colyttus nongwar is named after Nongwar village, the specific location in Meghalaya where it was found.
• This discovery highlights the exceptional biodiversity of Northeast India and the need for more extensive surveys in the region.

Why It Matters: New spider species highlight India's rich, underexplored biodiversity.