Australian <i>Maratus speciosus </i> (IMAGE)

University of Cincinnati

Australian <i>Maratus speciosus </i>

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A male Maratus speciosus 'peacock' jumping spider flashes his colorful abdomen flap in preparation for his rhythmic mating dance ritual.

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Jurgen Otto

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