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Phidippus pius - male - female

Phidippus pius - Male Female
Bluefield, St. Lucie County, Florida, USA
another defensive posture towards the female, although she is paying no attention to him.
note formation of legs I and position of abdomen in aggressive/defensive posture as opposed to courting posture in previous images.
legs II - IV are positioned for jumping, also part of the aggressive stance.

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