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Thoughtful spider

© Indrajit Hajra

Thoughtful spider

Uploaded: January 29, 2008

Description

This shot is taken yesterday in my garden. This is the Indian variant of Lynx spiders at its full grown form. The posture of the spider somehow imitates to a face and this mimicry capability in this specific speices helps it to ward off other bigger creatures.
The original settings are : Lens Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55 mm lens, Aperture F/8, Shutter speed 1/200 Sec handheld, ISO 400 at -1.3 ev step exposure.


Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: -1.33, ExposureTime: 1/200 seconds, Flash: fired, auto mode, return light not detected, ISO: 200, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 55.00 mm, Model: NIKON D40

Comments

Indrajit Hajra January 29, 2008

Your valuable comments and critiques are heartily expected on this image. #841904

Colette M. Metcalf January 29, 2008

Great detail and comp! #5413843

Laurie Daily level-deluxe January 29, 2008

When I first looked at this, I wondered exactly what part of this spider I was viewing...I did see a face, rather large and quite intimidating. I would stay clear so it worked for me! Great capture, Indrajit! #5414465

Mary K. Robison January 29, 2008

Indrajit, you have an amazing gallery, and I'd comment on every image if I had the time!
This spider is definitely new to me, and probably to everyone else outside of India. A really fascinating little fellow, and you've captured his colors and surroundings beautifully. #5415869

Bill Knaps February 06, 2008

I am scared of spiders, but this is a great shot Indrajit. Bill #5452873

Michael S. Lazarus February 06, 2008

You have a sharp eye to catch these little gems Indrajit. #5455604

Donna R. Wageman February 16, 2008

This is a wondrous photo, so enjoying your gallery. I agree with you, life is and always should be a learning experience, tis a vast world.
Thank you for sharing with us all! #5504218

Colleen Farrell February 17, 2008

Terrific capture, and amazing macro, Indrajit! For small subjects like this, a smaller aperture (try f14-22) will give you even more detail. If you can afford a tripod, it's an excellent investment for macro subjects. If not, propping the camera on a stool or something for support will work. Love your composition, title and description! #5507686

Stephen Zacker February 20, 2008

Fantastic capture and detail. Like those eyes #5521965

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