Best in Show 2014, British Tarantula Society

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Best in Show 2014, British Tarantula Society

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What a gorgeous spider! :)
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Is that the one that's native to Yemen? I can't remember what it's called for the life of me.

Edit: Haha, woot! I was right! Monocentropus balfouri. They are absolutely gorgeous. Here's a slew of pics from google:

Monocentropus Balfouri Pics - Google

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I have visions of ladies in pant suits and too much make-up using hair dryers and ribbons to fluff up their spiders before entering the ring ;)

Very cool though! :)
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Am I the only one who is disappointed that the spider isn't wearing a teeny blue ribbon?
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