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Phidippus audax
large jumping spider, almost one inch, on Chorisia spinosa
urban garden
I just spotted this jumping spider on my Chorisia tree which I put outside for the summer. I've seen so many amazing close up shots of jumping spider eyes on Project Noah, I was so happy to get a similar photo of my own. Though I still need more macro practice, its a start.
The markings on the bold jumper are rather variable. There are usually three white spots on the abdomen, but in younger individuals, as shown above, they can be red, orange, or yellow. There are also varying amounts of white markings. The spiders can always be identified, however, by their large size, hairiness, and mostly black coloration. When the spiders are very young (and only the size of most other species of jumping spiders), they have more colorful and elaborate patterns.
No Wolf Spider.
It's definetely a Jumping Spider - I keep lookin for the exact ID
Spotted on Jul 24, 2011
Submitted on Jul 24, 2011
