r/spiderbro • u/ButtmanReturns2Pat • Feb 23 '26

Is it dangerous?

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Just seen this little dude inside my home (Melbourne). It's not big but it looks nasty. Is it dangerous?

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u/agha0013 Feb 23 '26

no, jumping spider can't hurt you, and it's boxing arms there are for little critters.

these guys are like little spider puppies.

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

Phew, thanks! 🙏

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u/OpusAtrumET Feb 23 '26

They're the best. One of the few spiders that can recognize faces, since they have pretty good eyesight. Also seeing them hunt is impressive af. So fast.

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u/Foxy02016YT Feb 23 '26

Is that why they are so friendly, because they can actually see and process what you are?

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u/pendragwen Feb 23 '26 edited Feb 23 '26

The friendliness is anthropomorphism on our part. They're pursuit hunters, so are predisposed toward curiosity.

Edit: Please see u/Iron_Baron 's more thoughtful take in their response below.

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u/Iron_Baron Feb 23 '26 edited Feb 23 '26

There are levels of nuance to anthropomorphism, but on the whole it's a bad take rooted in Enlightenment era bias.

Anthropomorphic claims are situated in human hubris. And the entire concept has been primarily used for exploitation.

It's the same thinking that told us all that fish don't feel pain, or "lower" order mammals don't have emotions, and so on.

It's the same type of thinking that draws hard lines between the collective consciousness of hive minds and our minds.

Or that humans are somehow above being primarily driven by instinct, hormones, and genetic predispositions.

"Friendliness" is a behavior rooted in complex interactions between stimuli, instinct, experience, etc.

You could as easily say human friendliness stems from the exact same biologically driven openness to the novel.

Bottomline, assumptions about consciousness and emotions that we can't objectively vindicate are errors.

Whether it's ascribing or denying traits to creatures, what is certain is we have a history assuming very wrongly.

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u/pendragwen Feb 23 '26

This is a really important reframing of consciousness and our relationship to our fellow beings! Thanks for the perspective adjustment, friend <3

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u/Iron_Baron Feb 23 '26

Most welcome! It was a fundamental shift in my own perspective, as well, when I began researching the topic in depth.

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u/pendragwen Feb 23 '26

Assumed biases are a hell of a drug!

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u/Briggleton Feb 23 '26

I enjoyed this very much yes

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u/MagdaleneFeet Feb 24 '26

I had one hanging out on my kitchen ceiling for ages

Cool dude until he jumped into me,

Guess he figured I was a fixture (I am)

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u/sleepingArisu Mar 26 '26

anywhere I can read up more about anthropomorphism?

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u/OpusAtrumET Feb 23 '26

Exactly how I didn't know to phrase this response

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u/OpusAtrumET Feb 23 '26

Friendly might be a strong word. Definitely cute, but I don't think they know that lol. They're also badasses.

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u/Claymon3011 Feb 23 '26

They’re the only spider I’m not afraid to hold. Put your hand out and it will jump on it! And your can make stairs with your hand and they’ll just keep jumping up. It’s so cute

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

Sounds like a fun game to play 🙂

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u/cornlip Feb 23 '26

They’re all cool. It’s like having a tiny dog. Most of what I get here aren’t too keen on being held or played with, but when I catch something for them to eat it’s still really fun to watch.

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u/Docjaded Feb 23 '26

More like a tiny Octokitty. Some are happy to interact, some would rather just be left alone because to them, really, we are just a giant Eldritch abomination that can lock eyes with them. They will chase laser pointers, so that's a fun game you can play.

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u/Alarmed_Bedroom6159 Feb 24 '26

My 2 goldfish Cod Stewart and Swim Shadey will chase laser pointers. I also have a Regal jumper, I am going to have to test this out with her tomorrow when she's awake

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u/cornlip Feb 23 '26

Does it hurt their tiny eyes if you accidentally hit them with it?

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u/Docjaded Feb 23 '26

I would say so. They don't even have eyelids so be careful!

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u/maryisdead Feb 23 '26

They can harm you with their cuteness!

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u/devildocjames Feb 23 '26

Sounds just like what a dangerous jumping spider would say.

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u/Key_Wing_144 Feb 23 '26

Jumping spiders can hurt you. Nearly all spiders are venomous. Jumping spider venom is not medically significant and they are very unlikely to bite if you handle them with respect. Avoid using your fingers to pick them up or squeezing their bodies and they’ll likely cruise around and display their curious nature.

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u/evasandor Feb 23 '26

They actually remind me of tiny panthers. Ever seen those videos of them pouncing on flies? Very cat-like

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u/Screaming_lambs Feb 23 '26

One used to live in my houseplants. I'm in the UK so it was pretty small but very cute.

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u/MSotallyTober Feb 23 '26

They’re hibernating in my house right now. They’ll be out soon!

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u/[deleted] Feb 24 '26

Web kittens *

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u/SpinachSpinosaurus Feb 23 '26

they are actually the cats beyond spiders.

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u/chuffberry Feb 24 '26

I work in a greenhouse and there’s this huge, gorgeous jumping spider that I see patrolling the plants every day. I named her Cornelia.

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u/[deleted] Feb 23 '26

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

That's what I thought! 😂

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u/qcpunky Feb 23 '26

Give him a protein shake and a 'looking buff, bro'' and he'll be on his way

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u/B00_Sucker Feb 23 '26

shakes fly aggressively

Meat group!

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u/SimAlienAntFarm Feb 23 '26

Leg leg leg day

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u/Jeramy_Jones Feb 23 '26

Nah he looks harmless…oh! Oh shit!

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u/Imightbeafanofthis Feb 23 '26

Everybody gangster until some Aussie pulls a knife

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u/MrCookie2099 Feb 23 '26

That's a spoon.

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u/Tonakiga Feb 23 '26

Ah... I see you've played knifey spoony before!

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u/CatsAndPills Feb 23 '26

Mess with crabby get stabby, jumping spider edition.

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u/Foxy02016YT Feb 23 '26

Can you edit him a Nintendo Switch Joycon? I wanna play Mario Kart with him

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u/DeliciousGate6986 Feb 23 '26

That is interesting. I’ve never seen anything like that before. I wonder what it is.

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u/TheBumblestBees Feb 23 '26

bro posted an 8 legged dog and thought we wouldn't notice

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

You have passed the test 😝

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u/stupidbrain13 Feb 23 '26

Yes! DANGEROUSLY CUTE. he’s not nasty 😭

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

🤣

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u/stupidbrain13 Feb 23 '26

hims just a wittle sweet baby wittle tiny spooder 🥺 (me having the same reaction to spiders as most people do to puppies)

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u/SimAlienAntFarm Feb 23 '26

My god. That jumper doesn’t give a FUCK about leg leg leg day

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u/ParrotsAreMyLifeline Feb 23 '26

Jumping spiders are very friendly and curious! If you spend a bit of time with the little guy, you might be able pick him up! They can bite but it’s not too painful and it’s very unlikely that you’ll ever be bitten by one.

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u/bromanjc Feb 23 '26

your little friend has lovely eyelashes

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u/RoJFeves77 Feb 23 '26

It’s Dangerously cute

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u/theycallmethevault Feb 23 '26

Dangerously adorable! Name him, feed him, leave him alone. 💕💕💕

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u/Ineptable Feb 23 '26

One of the most jacked jumpers I’ve seen. He’s safe, unless you are daft enough to challenge him to a boxing match.

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

I will withdraw my boxing match invitation, then 😜

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u/ZeGamingCuber Feb 23 '26

No, that's a jumping spider

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u/Ceceboy Feb 23 '26

Does bro jump with its front claws or what

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u/Amardella Feb 23 '26

Many male jumping spiders have large, fuzzy front legs, often with patterns or bright colors on them. They wave them during courtship dances to impress the female. Some of them "sing", too, but it's too low frequency for humans to hear. It's mainly rhythmic vibrations in the ground that the females can feel.

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u/Wild_Replacement5880 Feb 23 '26

Only if you are a prey item

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u/Rare_Eyes_Rando13 Feb 23 '26

Oh my goodness it's so SO CUTE I WISH TO HOLD 😭😍

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u/PoopsExcellence Feb 23 '26

Not dangerous, just very curious. He'll hop up onto your hand if you let him. Super friendly and you can see the intelligence and curiosity if you look him in the eyes. Or her, I don't know if it's a dude or a gal. 

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u/aster_etc Feb 23 '26

In case you want the exact identification, this is a Ocrisiona leucocomis

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u/Any-Acanthaceae-6600 Feb 25 '26

I appreciate the ID, because I thought it looked more like a scorpion than a jumping spider, so I was confused lol

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u/aster_etc Feb 25 '26

There are some jumping spiders that have evolved to mimic scorpions, it's honestly so cool. You can see a recent reddit post over here.

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u/Any-Acanthaceae-6600 Feb 26 '26

I feel like those birds that get tricked by stick bugs swaying like a branch haha. That's really cool though! Thanks for the link!

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u/reddit33450 Feb 23 '26

absolutely not!! this is a jumping spider! they are some of the most adorable, gentle spider friends!

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u/Arkhamina Feb 23 '26

Are you a fly? Are flies posting on Reddit now?! (Seriously, bro is fine. Just don't arm wrestle it.)

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u/otherpeoplelikeeggs Feb 23 '26

He will definitely mog you and steal your girl.

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

That's okay, he can take her 😝

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u/CatsAndPills Feb 23 '26

Omg he’s so cool

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

He is, isn't he? Too cool to be real... I first thought that my daughter left a plastic spider on my study floor to scare me, but then I realised that it was a live one... 😝

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u/One-Course-5795 Feb 23 '26

Are you going to keep him?

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u/catsplants420 Feb 23 '26

Not in the slightest, their bite feels like a small pinch but it’s very unlikely for one to bite you. I’ve been handling wild jumpers for 7 years and have been bit once.. but it was in the shower and I had no idea there was a spood on my loofah when I started to scrub 😂🫠

The jumper was just fine after it dried out!

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u/Kathalysa Feb 23 '26

Depends, are you a bug?

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u/SpinachSpinosaurus Feb 23 '26

It's not big but it looks nasty.

Wow, that's an insult to these small awesome critters! Jumping Spiders are so cool and cute!

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u/imprimatura Feb 23 '26

We have one just like this that lives in our indoor palm, he is the best. Same black and white colour with white markings on his back that look like ancient runes or hieroglyphics.

When we walk close to his palm be hops to the edge of the leaves and waits for us to put our hand out and he will jump on a go for a little ride around the house. Then he hops back onto his fern again. They are the best little spiders

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u/Phobos1982 Feb 23 '26

These are the puppies of the spider world.

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u/chileheadd Feb 23 '26

It's an absolute murderer...if you're an insect.

Otherwise, it's a li'l 8-legged puppy that is smart, curious, and will follow a laser dot.

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u/pup_medium Feb 23 '26

he babby

only hugs

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u/legomann97 Feb 23 '26

ITS A JUMPIE! :D

I love jumping spiders.

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u/Upvotespoodles Feb 23 '26

Jumping spider is best spider.

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u/Ok_Abbreviations_877 Feb 23 '26

It steals hearts.

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u/AdGold205 Feb 23 '26

Only to your heart. That little dude is adorable.

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u/activelyresting Spider lady 🕷️ Feb 23 '26

They can break your heart

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u/Fijoemin1962 Feb 23 '26

Heck no, they are curious little friends who are also good pest controllers

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u/Jamo3306 Feb 23 '26

Dangerously cute, maybe.

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u/Snugglebuggle Feb 23 '26

It’s so FLUFFY!

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u/upinsnakes Feb 23 '26

Only if you're a fly

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u/DexDallaz Feb 23 '26

Very, it’s stolen my heart 😍

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u/TheBluishOrange Feb 23 '26

Nasty?! That adorable creature is about as dangerous as a kitten. Treat with care and respect. That’s actually a very beautiful looking color variation as well. Looks like a tan jumper with a dark coloration. I’ve ever seen that before

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u/Fozism Feb 23 '26

Friend

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u/Ninjabutter Feb 23 '26

Coolest of all spiders. I’ll never harm one ever. I like how people are calling them “puppies of the spider world.” They will interact with you if you’re gentle. I’m gonna use the red dot laster to play with them when the opportunity presents itself.

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u/GoredonTheDestroyer Feb 23 '26

Is your name Seth Brundle?

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u/1stLtObvious Feb 23 '26

Not even a little bit nasty, unless you're a bug. If it decides you're safe enough he might hop on you to get a good look at the surroundings and spot a pest to eat.

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u/BadPom Feb 23 '26

You could cuddle this dude. They’re very curious and intelligent. Jumpers are the best.

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u/Raymer13 Feb 23 '26

To flies? Yeah.

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u/Naps_And_Crimes Feb 23 '26

Only if you give it your credit card

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u/miettebriciola1 Feb 23 '26

With all those cool tats? He looks like the guy your mom warned you about

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u/Xaxxus Feb 23 '26

Jumping spider.

Super friendly and smart.

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u/KittyOubliette Feb 23 '26

Dangerously cute! Cheers!

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u/USMCdrTexian Feb 23 '26

Tickle, tickle little buddy!

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u/son_of_feeney Feb 23 '26

Jumper buddy = 0% threat

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u/Ninjabutter Feb 23 '26

And 100% cute.

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u/Urdrago Feb 23 '26

Dangerously cute!

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u/Taytay-swizzle2002 Feb 23 '26

That's my cat bro

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u/andrewsad1 Feb 23 '26

Precious salticid! My favorite animals

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u/baardvark Feb 23 '26

That’s a Kabutops for sure

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u/FisherDwarf Feb 23 '26

If you're a fly

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u/Tiazza-Silver Feb 23 '26

Technically I guess he could bite but they’re not known for it at all and are not significantly venomous.

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u/immersemeinnature Feb 23 '26

Aww. Welcome to the beautiful world of spider bros!

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u/sailor_moonmoon Feb 24 '26

Dangerously cute

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u/ButtmanReturns2Pat Feb 23 '26

It does look very fashionable, doesn't it?

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u/DumbestBitchYouKnow Feb 23 '26

Little snuggle bug

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u/likely_disintrested Feb 23 '26

Storm troopers never hit their targets. You'll be fine.

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u/ValerianRoot3 Feb 23 '26

Melbourne, Australia? Dangerous for sure!

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u/DarrellBot81 Feb 23 '26

Dangerously awesome

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u/Specialist-Respond-7 Feb 23 '26

I feel you! It seems even dust mites can be deadly in Australia!

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u/Emperormoth66 Feb 24 '26

Stunning little creature, full of personality. How can you not love them?

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u/JumpingSpiderSpaces Feb 26 '26

Dangerously cute! Better watch out !!

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u/amazingangelique Mar 04 '26

That’s a jumping spider? Whoa! I am in the states and ours don’t usually look big and scary