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I know this will creep some folks out, but I think the way a tarantula sheds its skin is magnificent.
Here is the newly cast outside of "Steptoe" , my pet roseback tarantula. See how there is a port to withdraw each leg and pedipalp? The top of the thorax just pops open to let the spider out in her new fuzzy coat. You gotta admit, that is pretty elegant
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*Wazaga 1 day ago  Hobbyist General Artist
I didn't know tarantulas shed their coat. I also didn't know that any sort of shedding creature could leave such a perfect shell of shedding in tact.

part of me is in awe at how amazing this is. and the other part is kinda grossed out... (I used to like spiders until a rather bad run with an exceptionally large camel spider... which has forever given me an intense loathing for all 8 legged arachnids.)

still, this is an amazing shell, and an honest wonder of the world, regardless of my feelings. thank you kindly for sharing.
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*Reptangle 1 day ago  Professional Traditional Artist
I was pretty amazed too, the first time it happened!
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Mood: Wow! ~CharrChan May 13, 2013  New member Hobbyist General Artist
That is awesome!:D
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Mood: Wow! ~Shieldmaid Apr 26, 2013  New member
I admit, it is a little freaky, but at the same time, this is really pretty cool! I didn't know tarantulas did this, and you're right, it is quite elegant.
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=JuliaGraceArts Feb 18, 2013  Professional General Artist
WOW!!!! I had no idea they had the leg openings like that. That's crazy! Thanks for sharing, so cool to see!
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*Reptangle Feb 18, 2013  Professional Traditional Artist
Yes, They are incredible creatures..
How come your DA gallery is sooo cool?? Is that beta tester stuff??
Your needle felted things are great!
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=JuliaGraceArts Feb 18, 2013  Professional General Artist
Oh and by the way, getting a comment from you makes me :la: because I have always drooled over all your statues in stores. I only own one though, the lovely candle holder with the lions, cows, sheep, etc. around it. And having you like my stuff! Wow! [Insert total dorkiness] :D
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*Reptangle Feb 18, 2013  Professional Traditional Artist
Oh thank you! <3
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=JuliaGraceArts Feb 18, 2013  Professional General Artist
Thanks so much! No it's not beta tester stuff. It's probably premium member stuff though. I design all the graphics in photoshop and the plug them into the customization areas with CSS code and all. I'm glad you like it and that you like my felties. I'm hoping I'll be able to post more soon. It's probably my most favorite medium.
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*vasodelirium Jan 8, 2013
hi!your work is featured in my journal,hope you don't mind:)
have a good day!
:iconwalkingcatplz:
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