Maratus vespertilio

2 Bat-like peacock spider at Forde, ACT

Maratus vespertilio at Forde, ACT - 11 Oct 2020
Maratus vespertilio at Forde, ACT - 11 Oct 2020
Maratus vespertilio at Forde, ACT - 11 Oct 2020
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Maratus vespertilio 12 Oct 2020 MichaelMulvaney
Maratus vespertilio 12 Oct 2020 SallyandPeter

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Thanks for the id by Stuart Harris via Facebook. Amazed at the length of his jump and the eyes on the back of his head.

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  • Less than 5mm Animal size

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