''Arkys curtulus'', the small bird dropping spider, is a small spider found in eastern Australia. It is usually seen resting on leaves waiting for prey to come near, commonly feasting on soldier flies. Colours and patterns vary considerably, ranging from cream, orange, mottled, brown or black.
Similar species: Spiders
By Mark Ridgway
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Uploaded May 18, 2021. Captured Apr 22, 2021 12:49 in Narrabeen Lakes, New South Wales, Narrabeen NSW 2101, Australia.
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Can you imagine going out of your way to look like crap? For the small bird dropping spider (Arkys curtulus), this is its goal. It rests during the day with legs folded against its glossy, lumpy body, looking like a blob of bird poo. Thus, it escapes the attention of predators that are not willing to feast upon what appears to be excrement. This spider is a master of mimicry! {Spotted in NSW, Australia by Mark Ridgway} #JungleDragon #Arkyscurtulus
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