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Photo#49003
Latrodectus bishopi - male

Latrodectus bishopi - Male
Martin County, Florida, USA
Moving in for the kill.
Note the cautious. defensive posture of the spider.
This behavior is typical of cobweb spiders when attempting to bite live prey.

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