title: Phidippus pius
text: # Phidippus pius
  
  Phidippus pius is a species of jumping spider that is found in Central America and North America. Its range extends from the Eastern United States (excluding New England), west to Arizona, and south to Costa Rica. The color pattern of this species varies. Females are yellow to orange while males are orange to red.
  
  ## Name
  
  The species name is derived from the Latin word pius or "pious", meaning dutiful, godly, or holy.
  
  ## Gallery
  
  * Eyes of an adult female Phidippus pius
  * View of the abdomen of an adult female
  * Front view of an adult female
  * Immature female
  