each. Each batch is enclosed in its own silk casing. Males normally do not build nests. A wide array of behavioral patterns has been observed, among others ritualized male duels. Interactions with humans Due to their docile nature, bites from Trite planiceps are very rare (members of the public frequently handle them without getting bitten). Bites from T. planiceps only occur when the spider is acting defensively as a last resort. One case study of a T. planiceps bite reported that an individual was bitten when he rolled over while in bed and was unaware of a single T. planiceps in his shirt. The bite caused a stinging like sensation in his lower shoulder blades and left two puncture marks 1mm apart. After four hours, the skin surrounding the puncture mark had formed a red halo. The swelling and tenderness settled shortly after and the redness faded after 72 hours. References External links Jumping spiders (family Salticidae), Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Salticidae.org: Diagnostic drawings + photographs Salticidae Spiders of New Zealand Spiders described in 1899