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countryimpressions.net - Tammy M. Anderson Contact Tammy M. Anderson Tammy M. Anderson's Gallery |
Good morning, Jim. Clarity, details and capture are fantastic. Where's the info about this hairy fellow? LOL. Great image.
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Michelle Alton |
Wow..now THIS is a spider! Looks almost cuddly...any babies on the way? Beautiful macro work!
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- Jim Baines Contact Jim Baines Jim Baines's Gallery |
Texas Brown, also known as Oklahoma Brown, tarantulas occur throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and other adjoining areas in North America and Mexico. They are commonly found in grasslands, burrowed under ground; or using logs, stones, or other small rodent's abandoned dens as their home and eating grounds. This one was found under an empty 55-gallon drum which is all back in its original position after the "capture". Texas Brown tarantulas will use their spinnerets to line the entrance of their shelter with webbing so as to detect passing prey. They are often restricted to the ground but can climb. Texas Browns are very common as pets because of their docile mannerism. They are very easy to handle and will only show aggression if handled too roughly or blown upon. i.e., they are definitely "Texas friendly" !!
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Tammy Espino |
Were you blowing on this guy? EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEK! Glad I never see them when I am walking around the desert! Oh ya, Awesome macro!!! (STOMP)
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Lorna Shutter |
I knew Tammy E. would be by here to STOMP on this creepy crawler!!! I wouldn't go anywhere near this fellow! EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEK is right!!!!! Fantastic close-up capture with amazing clarity and detail, Jim! Excellent work! :)
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valfeldmanphotos.com - Val Feldman Contact Val Feldman Val Feldman's Gallery |
Had one of these fellows walking across my patio a few months back - on his way to wherever tarantulas care to head! :) And that was the first time I've seen one in TX...nice capture, Jim - wonderful detail on this fella!
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cccphotoart.com - Candice C. Calhoun Contact Candice C. Calhoun Candice C. Calhoun's Gallery |
Yikes! I am afraid of spiders, but do admire your great macro! SO delighted this guy is two states away :) WTG! ccc
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Howard B. Cheek |
I've yet to find a tarantula here on the property, must not be looking hard enough.. Excellent details and view of the head/eyes Jim, Well done!
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Melinda B. Shiflet |
Woah! What a capture!! Terrific detail in this little guy, Jim! Congrats on your EP!
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