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Galaxy Spider

Even though it was less than a centimetre long, I couldn't help noticing this spider on a bush walk one day. Despite its bold red appearance, the Red and Black Spider (Ambicodamus crinitus) is not dangerous. I couldn't believe the detail on its abdomen, which reminded me of a Hubble galaxy photo.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2018
Date Uploaded: 11.2018
Photo Location: Bateman's Bay, NSW, Australia
Camera: CPH1719
Copyright: © Tim Bailey