Does anyone know the name of this kind of spider?

Question

I saw it just now outside. It was small, furry, black, had a blue streak on its body and had white dots on it's legs. It was a fast little devil too. I live in CA if that helps.

Answer 1

Try these sites -

http://www.einsteins-emporium.com/life/a...

http://greennature.com/article1899.html

Answer 2

I also guess jumping spiders.  Look at the face, if you see 2 large eyes and 6 small eyes it is likely one of the jumping spider species.  I like to tap my finger in front of a jumping spider.  They are the only one I know that will move toward the finger like they were going to attack.

Answer 3

It is most likely Phidippus the jumping spider.  Yes they will bite you and come in your house.  Do a Google for more details. They are common.

Good Luck

Answer 4

That wasn't the most detailed description, but from what you said, it sounds like a jumping spider.

They can have all different types of colors and patterns, but the characteristic that makes them jumping spiders are their small, furry, black bodies; which have various designs on them as i described above.

Answer 5

Check www.whatsthatbug.com and see if they have a picture.  Great site.