microslide of the Bird dung spider Queensland Australia. Darkfield illumination
death's head spider, alias the bird-dung spider,alias the orchard spider (Celaenia excavata), This species gained its common name because its colouring, general appearance, and tendency to sit motionless with its legs drawn up against its body make it very difficult to distinguish from a bird dropping. Some people also refer to it as the orchard spider because it is so commonly seen in citrus and other orchards. There is little or no webbing to be seen in most instances.
Size: 4098px × 4279px
Photo credit: © Scenics & Science / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
Keywords: arachnid, australia., bird, darkfield, dung, illumination, microslide, queensland, spider, web
