Photo of the Day 45
Spider Guarding Eggs, Maui, Hawaii, 2001
Photograph by Darlyne Murawski
Found only on the islands of Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii, the happy face spider, such as this one guarding its eggs on a leaf in Maui, is known for the unique patterns that decorate its pale abdomen. Scientists believe Theridion grallatormay have developed its distinctive markings to discourage birds from eating it.
(Photo shot on assignment for, but not published in, "Deadly Silk: Spiderwebs," August 2001, National Geographic magazine)
4 comments:
I don't like spiders at all and this photo is totally creeping me out. But it is really a great image and I never knew there was such a spider.
Gross!!!!
I don't like spiders at all and this photo is totally creeping me out. But it is really a great image and I never knew there was such a spider.
Gross!!!!
is this spider for real?
Not any photoshop job? Wow. . i would like to keep one as Pet.
I'm a snake lover, now I'm a spider lover as well. Cool shot :)
An A+ for cuteness ;)
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