I believe it was fate that led me to encounter so many jumping spiders while exploring the undergrowth. Whether it was coincidence or not, almost every time I walked in the woods, I would encounter at least two or more jumping spiders. They were such adorable creatures that it was a shame to ignore them.
I found this Evarcha jumping spider one day in April. It was nestled in the crook of a leaf. It was a decent little shelter from the heat and rain. It was a clever spotter. I coaxed the jumping spider out for a moment, and it welcomed the strange visitor without fear. Its eyes expanded, as if it was prepared to threaten the stranger who had dared to disrupt its peace.
This is another entry I submitted for the daily #monomad challenge.
These photos are my own, taken with POCO X3 NFC smartphone + external macro lens.
