The cyclops jumping spider
There are obvious large, black circles surrounding this little jumping spider's eyes, making them seem much larger.
The circular spots make each eye stand out and become more prominent - not just the two large forward facing ones, which are a feature of jumping spiders.
The binomial of this species is Opisthoncus polyphemus and is derived from Polyphemus of Greek mythology who was one of the cylopse described in Homer's epic poem, Odyssey.
Female, dorsal view 10 mm body length.
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The cyclops jumping spider
There are obvious large, black circles surrounding this little jumping spider's eyes, making them seem much larger.
The circular spots make each eye stand out and become more prominent - not just the two large forward facing ones, which are a feature of jumping spiders.
The binomial of this species is Opisthoncus polyphemus and is derived from Polyphemus of Greek mythology who was one of the cylopse described in Homer's epic poem, Odyssey.
Female, dorsal view 10 mm body length.
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