It was probably my imagination, but the Wolf Spiders (Tigrosa georgicola) that I spotted last weekend while exploring in Fairfax County seemed huge. In the first image, the shadow makes the spider look even larger and gives it a somewhat menacing appearance. I am not sure why the spider in the second shot was out in the open, but its exposed condition allowed me to examine it closely—even relatively large spiders spark my curiosity.
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Mike Powell 
That first shot is great ! However, give me a 10 foot Alligator any day.
Jumbo indeed!
Both photos are wonderful, Mike. I especially like the first one, with the green background and crafty shadows — fantastic and yes, menacing.
You and I are definitely on the same wavelength here, Jet. I prefer the first one for the very reasons that you noted. I thought about using only the one photo, but decided there is value in giving viewers different takes on a particular species.
I like looking at the photos, Mike, but just in case, I’m going to delete the email as soon as I post this comment 😉
Thanks, Dan. I have never seen a wolf spider indoors, but I know that others have!
Very Nice Mike! Spiders are fun to photograph!
That shadow does really add another dimension. They are not really all that big, but still larger than many, and certainly worth of respect!
Fabulous photos of these amazing spiders, Mike!