A Unique Micrathena Spider

 Yesterday, while exploring George Rogers Clark Park, I saw and photographed a very unique Spined Micrathena Spider. These spiders are normally black and white in various patterns. This one was a vivid blueberry color. 

A Bold Jumping Spider Family

 A female Bold Jumping Spider made her nest and laid her eggs under our deck railing. It's been fun watching her raise her brood of spiderlings. "
If I get too close, she doesn't hesitate to "throw hands" until I back off. Such a good momma. 

Momma Bold Jumping Spider under the deck railing

The spiderlings 

Momma and spiderlings. They are starting to explore.

Momma threatening to "throw hands" if I get too close.

A spiderling

Momma close-up

Momma feasting on a Lacewing