Herpyllus propinquus
(Western Parson Spider)

Great photo! This is a Western Parson Spider, Herpyllus propinquus. You got great detailed image, especially the eyes. I love it when people submit such high res clear photos that I can see details I haven’t seen before. The leg joints on this one are interesting. What did you use for a camera? My own photo of a Parson Spider is a bit of a blur. They hunt by chasing and grabbing prey, like Wolf Spiders do. Spiders often visit sinks. I don’t know if it is to drink water or hunt thirsty insects. My own house spiders drop to… Read more »