ヤガタハエトリ♂ Jumping Spider Sunbathing

[KawaiiKemonomimi]

These spiders seem to love the warmth of the sun more than any other spider. I always see them in a sunny spot.

[sigma1920]

yes, they seem to love sunbathing.

or, maybe it is suitable as the hunting ground.

[kclama]

Great shot. Btw, how to tell it is male or female?

[sigma1920]

mature male spiders have swollen bulbs on the end of their palps for mating.

and most jumping spiders have sex-specific coloration patterns (sexual dimorphism).

but difficult to tell at younger stages (spiderlings or subadult).

thanx for ur interest.

[kclama]

IC, very interesting, thanks for telling. :D

[johnnecron]

that is a male