Green Tiny Jumping Spider
A little spider that was like to play hide and seek when taking pictures. This is another shiny green jumping spider (Cosmophasis umbratica), a female spider that I found a little while ago in local forest. This typical spider is found throughout Asian tropical rain forests, in foliage in wooded environments. Seeing that, I managed to get a few pictures soon I noticed it was calm. It's great to see its appearance from the closest range, especially the bright eyes and shiny head that made me stay longer with this beautiful spider. It has two longitudinal bright brown stripes are present on the opisthosoma. This spider is harmless to humans. After spending some time chasing it, I eventually found the visible spot to take a couple of shots with a smartphone plus macro lens, and not long after that, it ran away, jumping to another spot. No matter how hard I tried, it could not be tamed. It started to use its skill to jump from one leaf to another. Unlike the other days when I shot jumping spider, it liked to make long jumps and sometimes it used its skill to block the macro lens which of course I had to spend time waiting for it to return to where it belongs.
| Camera | Smartphone |
|---|---|
| Category | Macrophotography |
| Lens | Lensbong Macro/Modified Macro lens |
Wow, @abduhawab, these shots of the Cosmophasis umbratica are absolutely stunning! The clarity and detail you captured with just a smartphone and macro lens are truly impressive. It's fascinating to hear about this little spider's playful antics and how it seemed to enjoy making you work for the perfect shot. The vibrant colors and the up-close perspective really bring this tiny creature to life. Thanks for sharing this glimpse into the Asian tropical rainforest and the challenges (and joys!) of macro photography. I especially love the shot where you can see those bright, curious eyes. Amazing work! What other fascinating creatures have you encountered in your local forest? I'm eager to see more of your macro adventures!
Photography that captivates with beauty.