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A morning surprise in the garden! 🕷️
Tucked inside an empty mussel shell, this Jungle Huntsman Spider (Heteropoda jugulans) was quietly sheltering until the morning sun revealed its stunning pattern of black chevrons and the distinctive X on its head. Filmed on a crisp winter morning on Garigal Country in suburban Sydney, this moment captures the speed, elegance, and adaptability of one of Australia’s most misunderstood backyard residents.

Despite its size and lightning speed, the Jungle Huntsman is not dangerous to humans, and plays a vital role in managing invertebrate populations. Known for its ability to run sideways and detect the faintest air movement with specialised hairs, it’s a true predator of precision.

📍 Filmed on Garigal Country, Sydney backyard
🎶 Natural background audio – birdsong in a quiet winter garden

Get up close with this fascinating eight-legged neighbour and discover the world waiting beneath the surface 🌿

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