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Mike Melton

@mikemelton.bsky.social

I am a filmmaker and photographer based in Olympia, Washington, but I spend as much time as I can in hot, humid, tropical forests. Because that's where the birds are!

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MMmikemelton.bsky.socialOct 1, 2024 8:54pm

I think the oranges and golds of this spider might just be the perfect species for #Arachtober #arachnopiles

This image shows a spider suspended in the center of its web. The spider is a golden orb-weaver (genus Nephila), recognizable by its long legs with dark tufts and yellow coloring. Its body is slender with a distinctive pattern on the abdomen, including pale spots. The web is delicate and intricate, set against a soft-focus natural background.

BAbabsallday.bsky.socialOct 1, 2024 9:40pm

ooh she's got legwarmers. smart

SLsocalleslie.bsky.socialOct 1, 2024 9:03pm

That is spectacular. So pretty. These local beauties here in San Diego are called silver argiopes. This is the time we see their incredible webs. I like to get them in the fog. 🌿🕸️🕷️ #invertebrates

Silver argiope spider in her web covered with fog.

HGhdgregg.bsky.socialOct 1, 2024 10:00pm

As long as they stay OUTSIDE the house...

Mike Melton

@mikemelton.bsky.social

I am a filmmaker and photographer based in Olympia, Washington, but I spend as much time as I can in hot, humid, tropical forests. Because that's where the birds are!

2.2k followers229 following1.3k posts