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“One of the most common arachnid pets across the world is the red-kneed tarantula.
While in Monteverde, I was fortunate enough to spot one in the wild, nestled away in a ficus tree, but this particular female in the shot is a resident at the Monteverde Butterfly Gardens.
Because of the situation, I couldn’t really get in front of the spider, but I did manage to get the focus and some of the light on at least one of her eyes.
I also find, when photographing spiders, that the most interesting and unique shots are the ones which show texture, so I was pleased with the detailing of the fine hairs on her legs.”
Canon Rebel SL1: f/5, 1/60 secs, ISO 400, 55-250mm lens (96mm magnification)
Article and photograph by Leah Hendre, Follow her on Twitter or Instagram
