Spider Pedipalps on a Male Six-Spotted Fishing Spider
I photographed a male Six-spotted Fishing Spider and discovered how its enlarged spider pedipalps identify it as an adult male.
Spiders
Spiders are a diverse and often misunderstood subject for my macro photography. I document their intricate webs and their hunting behaviors. I capture their varied forms and their role as predators. I observe their presence in gardens and natural environments. I aim to show their importance in controlling insect populations and their fascinating adaptations. Their complex lives are a testament to nature’s ingenuity.
Eight-Legged Halloween: The Truth About Tarantulas
I photographed a tarantula up close to show why these Halloween icons deserve respect, not fear. Learn the real facts about tarantulas.
Grass Spider Web in My Yard
A closer look at the grass spider web in my yard, featuring its funnel design and sheet-like spread over pine needles.
A Morning with the Spotted Orb Weaver Spider in My Arkansas Yard
The fascinating life of the Spotted Orb Weaver Spider in my Arkansas yard, from web-building to catching prey like Yellow Jacket Wasps. Nature at its finest!