Huntsman Spider up close

**Rhanna** · 08 December 2009, 01:15 AM

Covering up the BBQ and this gem popped up.
Unlike last time he was in a better position to get a much better photo.

Rupert

**wizard509** · 08 December 2009, 01:20 AM

Nice photo. Spiders still give me the creeps. On the one hand I am fascinated with then and on the other scared to death of them.

**steve.ledger** · 08 December 2009, 01:32 AM

You eat their marine cousins don't you Larry?

Good captures Rupert..

**Rhanna** · 08 December 2009, 01:34 AM

Larry, I've never had any problems with spiders. I have spent a lot of time in the bush. That was until the white tip came around. Some of the stories of people who have been bitten are quite frightening.
The webs in the moonlight night are something special.
Rupert

**wizard509** · 08 December 2009, 02:46 AM

Originally Posted by sledger

You eat their marine cousins don't you Larry?

Yes I have but, I think they look like enormous spiders.I don't know what it is with me and spiders, kind of a love, hate relationship I guess. Like I said I am fascinated and at the same time terrified of them.

**covoxer** · 08 December 2009, 10:34 AM

Sweet!

Great shots Rupert. Keep up with the good work.

**Rhanna** · 08 December 2009, 10:57 AM

John, I know how you like the subject of spiders.
I was thinking of naming these 'Covxy.'
Then thought better of it.
Guys, thanks for the kind words and encouragement.
I am developing an LED light for the closeup work. I just have to mount it. Time... so little of it!!
Rupert

**covoxer** · 09 December 2009, 06:37 AM

Ha, ha!

Wish you luck with the LED light. I'm sure it will help you make a lot of stunning macro shots. Not only spiders of course.

**angelize** · 09 December 2009, 07:34 AM

Amazing photos Rupert. I have to agree with Larry though spiders are creepy! When I see a spider I am usually too busy screeching for Bill to get rid of it to take pictures! Around here we have some nasty ones like Black widows and brown recluse.

**covoxer** · 09 December 2009, 10:20 AM

This is quite typical reaction actually.
Even those who are not afraid of spiders, are more often than not thrilled by them.
Here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arachnophobia