I'm No Punk! by myautofocuslife

I'm No Punk!

Another awesome thing about jumping spiders is that there is a great variety to their form and color. Most have compact shapes and short legs. But take this guy here. He not only has long sexy legs, he's got a pretty punk "hairdo" for a spider, no? XD

He's a male Epeus jumping spider. Only about 5mm (0.19in) long. He's green and brown all over with hairs on his legs and a white moustache above his mouth. And, as is typical of jumping spiders, has large front eyes.

Isn't he cute? He was a cool dude. Unlike most other jumpers I meet, that either scramble away and hide or jump forward to check out my lens, this little guy just watched me. He moved when I moved, but never tried to run away or approach me. He just watched, very attentively, very patiently.

Every jumper I meet seems to have a different personality, and that's why I love them! 8D

In other news, Prince William and his wife Catherine are visiting Singapore. Later today, they will see the new Gardens by the Bay. (I uploaded shots of the Gardens last month.) Yesterday, they were at the Botanic Gardens, to receive special orchids named after them. You can see photos here: http://sg.news.yahoo.com/photos/will-and-kate-in-singapore-slideshow/catherine-duchess-cambridge-arrives-singapore-photo-083848379.html

He's too cool
September 11th, 2012  
They do seem to be very curious creatures, you shoot them beautifully
September 11th, 2012  
Yeah, that's a pretty punky hairdo alright. Love the detail on his legs.
September 11th, 2012  
Bob
Nice shot. I'm glad they aren't bigger.
September 11th, 2012  
The dude abides. Great shot. Love his face.
September 11th, 2012  
Definitely a male of the species, he has hairy thighs and is wearing welding goggles. Another great shot Livia.
September 11th, 2012  
Darling, just darling! Did I just use that adjective for a spider?????? FAV from me!
September 11th, 2012  
yikes!
September 11th, 2012  
Another nice capture of your jumping spider. I am not afraid of them, but honestly I don't think I would like to have one jump on me. Thanks for the link of the Prince and his wife visit; they are such a beautiful couple, and the pictures are great.
September 11th, 2012  
Great macro - I like the mix of reddish-browns and green against the foliage. Awesome details!
September 11th, 2012  
I'm starting to like jumping spiders now and I recognize them when other people post a pic of them because of you! Love this cool, punk dude!!!
September 11th, 2012  
Great macro!
September 11th, 2012  
great pov and like the angle you took him at
September 11th, 2012  
Awesome spider and a great capture!
September 11th, 2012  
Very creepy, but an excellent shot! Great colours and detail.
September 11th, 2012  
The guy really seems to have attitude! Jumping spiders are ace! Like the composition too Livia :)
September 11th, 2012  
Outstanding Macro Livia
September 11th, 2012  
Love how you describe their personalities. He does look like a cool dude! :)
September 11th, 2012  
I think this is one of the nicest I've seen so far. He has wonderful long legs and I just love those eyes!
September 11th, 2012  
Your so close and clear you practically got a selfie reflection in his eyes! Very well done. I like the diagonal and the empty space on the right :-)
September 11th, 2012  
veeeeeeery nice i adoooooooore itttt
September 11th, 2012  
As always when you're on a mission, you catch your prey perfectly. Love the detail and of course your story 8-)
September 11th, 2012  
I think he did his hair like that specifically because he was to be photographed today... its all image.
September 11th, 2012  
I agree, this is one cool dude. Quite different that yesterday's lovely lady.
September 11th, 2012  
Wow the detail is AMAZING!!
September 11th, 2012  
Lovely capture!
September 11th, 2012  
A great find and a lovely capture of this beauty. Great info to
September 11th, 2012  
such a fantastic spider! those eyes are scary
September 11th, 2012  
Another great shot! And a very interesting guy!
September 11th, 2012  
Pam
How could anyone not think they are cute?! I love them! Incredible macro!!
September 11th, 2012  
Another brilliant shot! Must be a lot of arachnids around your place?
September 11th, 2012  
I think he is looking right at me. Eek. LOL Excellent capture, Livia.
September 11th, 2012  
Rob
Great macro. They seem to be all posing for you!
September 11th, 2012  
LOL They seem to love you!
September 11th, 2012  
Love the eyes !!
September 11th, 2012  
Wow, wow, wow Livia - you really seem to have an affinity with these guys and this little chap seems to be in conversation with you!
September 11th, 2012  
You are so funny. How can one find those legs sexy?? Only you, Livia!
September 11th, 2012  
He has huge eyes ( all the better to see you with my dear ) and has wonderful long legs, he was probably checking out his reflection in your lens LOL. and liked what he saw.
September 11th, 2012  
Very cool indeed!!! He looks like he has a crazy helmet on!!!
September 12th, 2012  
Curious fellow- I enjoy looking at them in your pictures. In real life, I might not be so crazy about those "jumpers". (o: Great macro! I do like his eyes.
September 12th, 2012  
i agree with cindy! this guy looks so cool haha!
September 12th, 2012  
WHOA! This dude must be a high jumper based on his legs!!
September 12th, 2012  
Wonderful close up!
September 12th, 2012  
Love how you caught him grasping the edge of the leaf!
September 12th, 2012  
Great close up! I love the detail!
September 12th, 2012  
Love the long legs!!
September 12th, 2012  
How cool! That is a unique jumping spider.
September 12th, 2012  
Neat! Never seen a long-legged jumping spider before. I do like his punk hairstyle... I think those smaller outside eyes look like eyebrow ring studs. :) Great pic!
September 12th, 2012  
woah look at those spiky legs!
September 12th, 2012  
This is just Awesome Livia!.....I love that freaky lil face! : } Fav
September 12th, 2012  
Fabulous detail Livia. His face is awesome
September 12th, 2012  
His Legs look like mine before I shaved this morning!! lol!! Another Fav Livia..You can not be outdone on these jumping spiders!! You are so good at capturing all the Details!! Love it!
September 12th, 2012  
Wow, he's different to the ones I've seen! Cool!
September 12th, 2012  
Great shot! I haven't seen one with legs this long before!
September 12th, 2012  
Amazing macro shot, Livia. I am always attracted to these spiders' eyes.
September 12th, 2012  
Love the detail/hair/spikes on his legs!
September 12th, 2012  
Beautiful shot (as always) and I like his attitude!
September 12th, 2012  
Fabulous detail!
September 12th, 2012  
Wow! Cool capture Livia & insect! Amazing detail!
September 12th, 2012  
Great detail. They really are cool looking spiders
September 12th, 2012  
Spectacular detail and colour Livia. Love the little spikes on his legs and eye contact!
September 12th, 2012  
You sure find a lot of cool spiders.
September 12th, 2012  
Haha the jumping spiders are back! Yay. This is so cute. I love your title too. Made me chuckle.
September 12th, 2012  
Wow! What a cool jumping spider!
September 12th, 2012  
Punks wear gel
September 12th, 2012  
He 's great! He would have been good as a Sex Pistol, I think. Love those hairy legs!
Were you able to get into the Gardens by the Bay to catch a glimpse of Will and Kate?
September 12th, 2012  
Love all your spiders Livia!
September 12th, 2012  
@janturnbull No, no, I'm the type to avoid crowded places. XD
September 12th, 2012  
Great shot, it looks like he was posing for you! =)
September 12th, 2012  
Another fantastic capture with great information. I almost think you would keep one for a pet!
September 12th, 2012  
wow. amazing shot. i have never seen this one before!! usually everyone has the standard jumping spider shot. this guy is neat :)
September 12th, 2012  
Kim
Wow! Amazing capture!
September 12th, 2012  
This is an unusual looking one - look at those long legs! Great catch.
September 12th, 2012  
I didn't know there were so many varieties. Fav for me cos I love that mohican hairdo :o) xx
September 12th, 2012  
Wow, what an interesting looking spider. love those eyes.
September 12th, 2012  
Beautiful detail on the spider. I like how they always seem to be ready to jump.
September 12th, 2012  
LOL! It's hairdo is so cool! Awesome capture! :0)
September 12th, 2012  
Wow!!.... Fantastic macro!
September 13th, 2012  
Awesome find! Love the punk doo :)
September 13th, 2012  
Love this guy--he is extraordinary - where do you find so many jumpers??
September 13th, 2012  
He looks like a super-sexy motorbiker :) Wonderful shot!
September 13th, 2012  
Woah this one looks awesome, what a great find. Such beautiful colors and perfect focus =)
September 13th, 2012  
A great, big, watchful, spunky and punky "THANK YOU!" to everyone for taking the time to stop by!

This little guy was something of a surprising find for me. I don't think he's common. It was my first time seeing one and I will always remember how cool he acted.

I am grateful for your constant encouragement. Thank you so much.
September 13th, 2012  
He's looking at you with a very curious look. I like his spikey hair do. Great capture.
September 13th, 2012  
Great capture. Love the hairdo. Awesome composition, color and detail
September 13th, 2012  
Awesome shot Livia.
September 14th, 2012  
spider madmax...lols!
September 14th, 2012  
But he has spikes and a mohawk...and ink work. Looks like a punker to me! Fav! This is terrific!
September 15th, 2012  
What a funny looking fella. Great shot, well done.
September 16th, 2012  
Love his green legs and punky 'do'!
September 18th, 2012  
Omgosh. He is rather cute!
September 19th, 2012  
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