Thomas Shahan
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Searching for Habronattus americanus
A brief overview of the diverse genus Habronattus - focused on a trip to Montana to hunt for Habronattus americanus - a handsome red, white, and blue jumping spider.
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keep up with my work: www.inaturalist.org/people/tshahan
Links and resources:
Marshal Hedin's Habronattus photos: www.inaturalist.org/observations?place_id=any&taxon_id=61881&user_id=mhedin&verifiable=any
Behavioural observations in nature reveal mating strategies of jumping spiders by Gwylim S. Blackburn & Wayne P. Maddison:
esc-sec.ca/2015/05/11/behavioural-observations-in-nature-reveal-mating-strategies-of-jumping-spiders/
entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/MISC/Habronattus_jumping_spiders.htm
tolweb.org/Habronattus/3069/1995.01.01
academic.oup.com/biolinnean/article/105/3/522/2452647
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3181266/
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Tilt/Shift Macro? Field Review of the TTArtisan 100mm Macro (w/ binaural birds)
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background audio is first attempt at recording and mixing binaural audio - lmk how the audio is - sorry if some of the birds are too loud! A field-focused review of the TTArtisan 100mm tilting and shifting macro lens where I end up not tilting/shifting that much Thanks to www.pergear.com for supplying the lens for review - learn more at www.TTArtisan.com www.pergear.com/products/ttartisan-100mm...
Phidippus mystaceus
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About 15 minutes of loosely ordered video, photos, and thoughts concerning Phidippus mystaceus - a salticid I've been in love with for a while now! Follow me on twitter (only place I regularly post aside from iNat!): ThomasShahan Music is me playing some free organ/synth pad VSTs from here: labs.spitfireaudio.com/ (and some real piano half way through) Some paper/links for further r...
LIGHTWEIGHT Mirrorless Macro Photography w/ 7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 mkII macro
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A bit of lightweight mirrorless macro with the new and revised 7Artisans 60mm mkII macro. Learn more at: www.7artisans.com/en/ The lens was sent to me for review, but the thoughts are my own - no sponsored links or paid promotion. A relatively inexpensive, simple, lightweight macro for mirrorless cameras. 00:00 - Intro Lens Overview 01:51 - Lens Tests 02:28 - Going Lightweight 03:00 - Homemade ...
Jumping Spiders that Mimic Ants!
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An exploration of jumping spiders that mimic ants (aka Ant-Mimicking Jumping Spiders) framed around a discussion with spider-scientist Alexis Dodson of the University of Cincinnati's Morehouse Lab: homepages.uc.edu/~morehonn/alexis-dodson/ Further reading and referenced studies: www.uc.edu/news/articles/2019/02/n2070432.html www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-75010-y academic.oup.com/cz/article...
Phidippus cardinalis - Velvet Ant Mimicking Jumping Spider - 4k
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Canon EOS M raw video (shot w/magic lantern and edited with mlvapp and davinci resolve) of a male Phidippus cardinalis mutillid-mimicking jumping spider. All stills taken on a Pentax K3 with the Laowa 100mm 2x: www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-100mm-f-2-8-2x-macro-apo/ref/500/?campaign=ThomasShahanLaowa100mmReview Twitter: ThomasShahan My semi-abandoned site: www.ThomasShahan.com ina...
Macro Photography in the Field w/ the LAOWA 100mm 2x Ultra Macro
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Learn more and get the lens here: www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-100mm-f-2-8-2x-macro-apo/ref/500/?campaign=ThomasShahanLaowa100mmReview Twitter: ThomasShahan My semi-abandoned site: www.ThomasShahan.com inaturalist: www.inaturalist.org/people/2042957 BIG THANKS to Kathleen Neeley for helping take video! kathleenneeley Subscribe for more upcoming spider/insect/macro/len...
Ecuador Cloud Forest Cable Car + Hike (No music, No talking)
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Just a bit of b-roll from a cable car trip near Mindo, Ecuador. No narration, no music, no macro stuff - just cloudforest scenery.
Macro Photography in ECUADOR - Episode 2: Spiders, Flies, Moths, Ants, VELVET WORMS...
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Even more macro photography from a trip to Ecuador's cloud forest to look for wild arthropods. Thanks to Nancy Miorelli for all the help on the trip: www.scibugs.info/ El Septimo Paraiso - the place we stayed, is highly recommended! septimoparaiso.com/ To join a trip like this in the future, keep an eye on bugshot.net/ for upcoming workshops! Big thanks to all who helped with identifications/in...
Jumping Spider Eats Mosquito (and my blood?) Maevia inclemens vs Aedes albopictus
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Jumping Spider Eats Mosquito (and MY blood!) Maevia inclemens vs Aedes albopictus
Macro Photography in ECUADOR - Episode 1: Bugs, Beetles, and Birds
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A macro photography trip to Ecuador's cloud forest to look for wild arthropods. Thanks to Nancy Miorelli for all the help on the trip: www.scibugs.info/ El Septimo Paraiso - the place we stayed, is highly recommended! septimoparaiso.com/ To join a trip like this in the future, keep an eye on bugshot.net/ for upcoming workshops! Check out Andreas Kay's (RIP) flickr here: www.flickr.com/photos/an...
High Magnification Macro Photography w/ the Laowa 25mm 2.5-5x
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A long-term review of the Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro and how I've used it for 2 years now. More info on the lens here: bit.ly/39Y04ZH Follow me on twitter @thomasshahan - (my website is outdated and soon to be updated) Reviews: John Hallmen: makrofokus.se/blogg/2018/2/7/forsta-intryck-laowa-2528.html Nicky Bay: www.nickybay.com/2018/03/laowa-25mm-f28-25-5x-review-ultra-macro.html Gil W...
Handling a Paraphidippus aurantius ♂ Jumping Spider
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A nice big Paraphidippus aurantius ♂ jumping spider found a few summers ago in Oklahoma. Handling footage shot at 60fps on an iphone (operated by kathleenneeley ) and played back at 24fps.
Fushimi Inari-taisha - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw Video Test
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Fushimi Inari-taisha - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw Video Test
Canon EOS-M Raw Video - Windy Day in the Wichita Mountains - Collared Lizard, Crayfish, Bison
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Canon EOS-M Raw Video - Windy Day in the Wichita Mountains - Collared Lizard, Crayfish, Bison
Handheld Focus-Stacking w/ the Mitakon 20mm 4.5x Macro Lens
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Handheld Focus-Stacking w/ the Mitakon 20mm 4.5x Macro Lens
Osaka and Kobe - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw
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Osaka and Kobe - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw
Hentzia palmarum - Big Fanged Male Jumping Spider
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Hentzia palmarum - Big Fanged Male Jumping Spider
Kyoto+ Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw
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Kyoto Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw
Phidippus otiosus - BIG Female Jumping Spider
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Phidippus otiosus - BIG Female Jumping Spider
Trip to Tōdai-ji, Nara - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw Laowa 15mm + 35mm Fujian
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Trip to Tōdai-ji, Nara - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw Laowa 15mm 35mm Fujian
Trip to Akame 48 Waterfalls - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw.
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Trip to Akame 48 Waterfalls - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern Raw.
Dōtonbori Night Walk - Osaka, Japan - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern RAW 2.5k
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Dōtonbori Night Walk - Osaka, Japan - Canon EOS M Magic Lantern RAW 2.5k
Macro Photography in Mozambique! HUGE Jumping Spiders! Stalk-Eyed Flies! Camel Spiders!
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Macro Photography in Mozambique! HUGE Jumping Spiders! Stalk-Eyed Flies! Camel Spiders!
Scenes from Texas and New Mexico - September 2018 - Canon EOS-M Raw Footage
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Scenes from Texas and New Mexico - September 2018 - Canon EOS-M Raw Footage
Early 1960'S KAY K672 "Swingmaster" Hollowbody Electric Guitar
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Early 1960'S KAY K672 "Swingmaster" Hollowbody Electric Guitar
Debunking Spider Myths & Misconceptions
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Debunking Spider Myths & Misconceptions
2015 in Oregon: Hiking, Swimming, Waterfalls +Puerto Rico +California
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2015 in Oregon: Hiking, Swimming, Waterfalls Puerto Rico California
Wide Angle Macro and the Venus/LAOWA 15mm Macro Lens
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Wide Angle Macro and the Venus/LAOWA 15mm Macro Lens
Lighting for Macro Photography and Review of the Venus KX-800 Twin Flash
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Lighting for Macro Photography and Review of the Venus KX-800 Twin Flash

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @ramvenkat9191
    @ramvenkat9191 15 годин тому

    Every shot worthy to be published in natgeo

  • @NurseJhonna
    @NurseJhonna День тому

    I’ve been pronouncing it mist-ay-cious 😅this whole time!!

  • @vampirechunks
    @vampirechunks 2 дні тому

    No

  • @sinan.getboga
    @sinan.getboga 2 дні тому

    thanks Thomas 🕸🕷

  • @night3x
    @night3x 2 дні тому

    Amazing :O

  • @kingjsolomon
    @kingjsolomon 2 дні тому

    That teal turquoise blue scale is absolutely breathtaking.

  • @alexabadi7458
    @alexabadi7458 3 дні тому

    Nice and useful review, thank you !

  • @thegroove2000
    @thegroove2000 3 дні тому

    Thoman I noticed you also got some really good results some years ago from the pentax k200D. I have that camera body also. What external flash did you use please? Kee pup the good work.

  • @thegroove2000
    @thegroove2000 3 дні тому

    Superb photos and website. I have the same camera so I have to try this. Thanks man.

    • @thegroove2000
      @thegroove2000 3 дні тому

      I have a 28 mill sigma super wide lens as well with decent optics to reverse.

    • @thegroove2000
      @thegroove2000 3 дні тому

      Man your a blooming good artist as well you talented sod.

  • @stunod1479
    @stunod1479 3 дні тому

    Free stuff!! Name engraved!! I believe your review and opinion of this product.

  • @cpinedo
    @cpinedo 5 днів тому

    Thank you....Excellent video

  • @ZooTycoon2witchdoc1
    @ZooTycoon2witchdoc1 8 днів тому

    I really wish more species like this one were available as pets ngl

  • @stuartyablon7184
    @stuartyablon7184 9 днів тому

    Wonderful video - imaging and content are both very interesting and well presented. Thank you.

  • @chrislj2890
    @chrislj2890 9 днів тому

    Any jumping spider is a joy to find. I remember finding one on my screen door years ago, and when I held out my hand it jumped on it and just checked me out. Fascinating little animals.

  • @user-yx6pk9ss9c
    @user-yx6pk9ss9c 9 днів тому

    It's very beautiful!

  • @camperkrempel2690
    @camperkrempel2690 9 днів тому

    WOW! Beautiful animals in a most beautiful landscape! People with arachnophobia should watch this video. YT suggested my your video as I watched another video about macro photography with the 'Makrofotografie mit OM-1 II', OM SYSTEM 90mm f/3,5 ED Makro IS PRO Micro four thirds, flashlight FL-900R and a fancy AK parabolic reflector. I wish, I would own this configuration as the OM-1 II supports focus stacking in the camera and can shoot many pictures very fast with the focus stacking. Equipment for macrop photography really improved over the years - as a friend told me he did macro photography with his Canon and the lense mounted seperatly on a piece of wood to get the distance and the gap was covered with a bellows which made the whole construction only useable stationary at home. With the new digi cams - especially the OM-1 II, you can run around in the field and shoot many scenes free handed. What an improvement! Regards and happy picture shooting! ;)

  • @EwenBell
    @EwenBell 10 днів тому

    What a marvellous video and gorgeous little creatures. Thankyou so much for sharing this :)

  • @realfnneato3111
    @realfnneato3111 10 днів тому

    Great video! I had the privilege of finding some H. americanus and hirsutus on campus at Spokane Community College where I go to school, amazing little guys! Edit: I've heard that edges of different ground features like the sides of trails and even some more natural landscaping (where I found my americanus)

  • @helxis
    @helxis 10 днів тому

    Are we not going to talk about the apocalyptic amount of moths in your bedroom?

  • @lechainonbaroque
    @lechainonbaroque 10 днів тому

    These guys move so fast, it's hard to get a good shot... but when they want to pose, they make great subjects !! This male Habronattus americanus is a beauty !

  • @cellman1829
    @cellman1829 11 днів тому

    That ant was such a 🍆 blocker 😂

  • @user-xz4eq2ci6h
    @user-xz4eq2ci6h 11 днів тому

    It's Lucas the spider in real life

  • @SumNumber
    @SumNumber 11 днів тому

    Awesome looking spider. The jumping spider breeds seem to be very intelligent , not saying the others are less, and is constantly assessing his situation. Cool Man ! :O)

  • @PaperTowwl
    @PaperTowwl 11 днів тому

    oO,,Oo

  • @davosteve
    @davosteve 11 днів тому

    Peak macro as always

  • @kimberlyryan8618
    @kimberlyryan8618 12 днів тому

    HAS ANYONE TOLD YOU THAT YOU RESEMBLE THE SPIDERS? ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU HAVE IRRIDECENT SUNGLASSES ON!

  • @jaykielparadiso504
    @jaykielparadiso504 12 днів тому

    That h Američas art is the same Picture as the h americus picture in the video game spider2

    • @terser
      @terser 11 днів тому

      Good eye! I did some art for that game! More here: www.flickr.com/photos/panbasket/15148254643/

  • @calnative4904
    @calnative4904 12 днів тому

    I had no idea there was such a colorful jumping spider, the most colorful one I’ve seen here in Southern California had Iridescent green fangs.

  • @Rainy78
    @Rainy78 12 днів тому

    Im an hour north, bordering Montana in Lerhbridge, Alberta. I wonder if they are here? Ive been wanting to look fir jumping spiders. Finding one of these to photograph would be amazing!

  • @peterbunker-ny6on
    @peterbunker-ny6on 12 днів тому

    Just came across your channel, great photography and video. Love the jumping spiders.

  • @nevillepark
    @nevillepark 12 днів тому

    I'm so glad you ended up finding them! Gorgeous spiders, scenery, everything! Saving this to come back to when I need some extra beauty in my life.

  • @Chiller11
    @Chiller11 12 днів тому

    Jumping spiders are my favourites. They seem to have such a fun personality.

  • @richardmeftah2569
    @richardmeftah2569 12 днів тому

    Thank you for sharing these amazing adventures with us, Thomas. Your photography is superb!

  • @MyWildBackyard
    @MyWildBackyard 12 днів тому

    Habronattus orbus was my lifer Habro! Trying to find americanus this spring, gonna be in Montana for a week, try my luck!

    • @KalliL.
      @KalliL. 11 днів тому

      Whatever you find, hope we'll get to see it!

  • @hamzawildlife
    @hamzawildlife 12 днів тому

    Hi Thomas, I ve been waiting for another video of yours for so long .. 🥹 again soothing, addicting trip video which only ends with a feeling of wish it was much longer 😅

  • @jasonhilty4988
    @jasonhilty4988 12 днів тому

    Such an enjoyable video. A great inspiration.

  • @Miniteca
    @Miniteca 12 днів тому

    Gorgeous vidéo and species. As usual a real pleasure to see your videos and shots.

  • @paulorrmorais3697
    @paulorrmorais3697 12 днів тому

    Wonderful video!!! Amazing photos!!! Marvelous work!!!

  • @Ironfranko
    @Ironfranko 12 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing, beautiful video, and photos as usual! I used to follow you from the time on flickr How you could find jumping spiders by walking on a field, baffles me. Are there so many habronattus in the wild, that by walking in a random field there are so high chances to see them? I cannot find dragonflies when I try to find them at sunrise, in areas where they fly in the thousands during the day, lol!

  • @thenickdude
    @thenickdude 12 днів тому

    Your merch is a little odd, because you've got several shirts there that have a specific workshop date and place on them, which I would feel silly wearing because I didn't attend those workshops. But since the words don't form an integral part of the design it seems like it would be trivial to add a print-on-demand variant alongside them that didn't have those words on it. I would otherwise love to buy the "BugShot Montana 2022 Shirt"

  • @sabyasachibanerjee124
    @sabyasachibanerjee124 12 днів тому

    What a wonderful video! Lovely commentary as usual. And a reinforcement of passion trumping gear. I have developed a respect for spiders since accidentally stumbling upon your videos a few years back. And now, I'll look out for Habronattus as well! All the best for your future videos

  • @anthonyrstrawbridge
    @anthonyrstrawbridge 13 днів тому

    That look on their face, " This guy has three eyes". 😊

  • @d.k.1394
    @d.k.1394 13 днів тому

    I m a good macro photographer too 😅

  • @d.k.1394
    @d.k.1394 13 днів тому

    Love this

  • @robertfrost6421
    @robertfrost6421 13 днів тому

    The blind any just created a missed connection

  • @MTMACRO
    @MTMACRO 13 днів тому

    awesome video!

  • @T-Barbin
    @T-Barbin 13 днів тому

    Love seeing the different habrotats! Very different from where the H. americanus like to be up here.

  • @garybatch4102
    @garybatch4102 13 днів тому

    O U T S T A N D I N G as usual! Saw your super sharp H. americanus portrait on iNaturalist - this video makes that complete. Thanks.

  • @pistolmastertequila
    @pistolmastertequila 13 днів тому

    Never thought I'd see a jumping spider get cockblocked by an ant

  • @AverageFolk
    @AverageFolk 13 днів тому

    Amazing footage! Thank you for bringing us on yet another journey.